Imports in Laos increased to 2872.62 USD Million in the first quarter of 2026 from 2767.46 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2025. Imports in Laos averaged 1121.65 USD Million from 2004 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 2872.62 USD Million in the first quarter of 2026 and a record low of 124.40 USD Million in the third quarter of 2004. source: Bank of the Lao PDR



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Balance of Trade 545.58 330.59 USD Million Mar 2026
Current Account 651.47 308.60 USD Million Mar 2026
Current Account to GDP 3.22 2.85 percent of GDP Dec 2024
Exports 3418.20 3098.05 USD Million Mar 2026
External Debt 10350.50 10525.20 USD Million Dec 2024
Foreign Direct Investment 401.38 360.89 USD Million Mar 2026
Imports 2872.62 2767.46 USD Million Mar 2026
Tourism Revenues 1293.60 999.20 USD Million Dec 2024
Tourist Arrivals 4217682.00 3417629.00 people Dec 2024


Laos Imports
Laos mainly imports oil, machinery and equipment, vehicles, iron and steel, telecommunication equipment, beverages and cement. Laos’ main imports partner is Thailand (66 percent). Other imports partners include China and Vietnam.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
2872.62 2767.46 2872.62 124.40 2004 - 2026 USD Million Quarterly


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