| ID | 130189 |
| Title Proper | Laos in2013 |
| Other Title Information | macroeconomic ambitions, human-centered shortcomings |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Howe, Brendan M |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In 2013 Laos joined the World Trade Organization, economic growth was over 8%, and graduation from least-developed country status by 2020 remains achievable. But its human development index of 0.543 remained below the regional average. Macro development projects still threaten the vulnerable. The abduction of a prominent campaigner and repatriation of North Korean refugees highlighted human rights challenges. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol.54, No.1; January-February 2014: p.78-82 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol.54, No.1; January-February 2014: p.78-82 |
| Key Words | Laos ; Human Development ; Human Right ; Social Change ; Political Reforms ; Economic Growth ; Economic Strategy ; Microeconomics ; World Trade Organization - WTO ; North Korean Refugees ; Regional Average |