Austcham Lao PDR

14/08/2025

We are pleased to welcome our new member One Medical and Wellness Center ສູນການແພດ ວັນເມດີໂຄ ແອນແວວ ເນດສ

One Medical and Wellness Center is a healthcare provider established in November 2024, dedicated to delivering culturally respectful, preventive, and accessible healthcare with a focus on building healthier communities—especially within the hospitality sector. The center offers customized employee healthcare plans, on-site and off-site services, and corporate wellness programs, emphasizing early intervention, mental health, and family care. With core values rooted in compassion, integrity, and excellence, the center partners with businesses to promote long-term well-being across all life stages.

Tagline: Bridging Culture, Building Health, Prevention is Our Promise

For more information, please visit their website at: https://www.facebook.com/OneMedicalAndWellnessCenter

12/08/2025

We are pleased to welcome our new member CR Powered by Epiroc

CR Powered by Epiroc established over 40 years ago in Queensland, Australia, supplies Cast Lip Systems and GET (Ground Engagement Tools) globally proven to increase productivity and reduce maintenance requirements across a range of digging conditions, designed to move more dirt with less dig energy, across: excavators, wheel loaders and electric rope shovels. Digital Solutions from CR Mining Powered by Epiroc provide cutting-edge solutions for load and haul payload monitoring and GET loss detection to mitigate crusher events.

For more information, please visit their website at: https://crmining.com/

11/08/2025

Our member, Inthira Group has an opening available for a qualified Area Manager to be based in Pakse. Please find the details of the role below, should you wish to share or apply!

11/08/2025

We are pleased to welcome our new Bronze Sponsor Annamite Resources

Annamite Resources is a private junior exploration company, incorporated in Singapore in 2019 with subsidiaries in Lao PDR. Our strategy is to discover and develop precious and base metal economic deposits in Laos. We are a project developer.

The company holds two highly prospective tenements in Vientiane Province covering a combined area of approximately 185 square kilometres. These tenements occupy an exploration gap along the Loei Belt, between known deposits and mines to the North in Laos and to the south in Thailand.

Annamite’s focus is to work closely with local villagers as aiming to conduct responsible minerals exploration. The company leverages modern exploration technologies while placing strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and community engagement. By fostering meaningful partnerships with local stakeholders and national partners, we want to add value at every step of our activities. Annamite strives to create long-term value while respecting the cultural and ecological integrity of the areas where we operate.

For more information, please visit their website at: https://www.annamite-resources.com/

06/08/2025

European Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Laos and Austcham Lao PDR​ are pleased to invite you to our upcoming networking event "Joint Chamber Mix & Mingle", Sponsored by Inthira Group​ and Beerlao​.

Join us for a friendly evening that brings together members of the business community for quality conversations, new connections, and a great time in the heart of Vientiane. Enjoy light refreshments, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes throughout the evening.

Inthira Group is a leading name in Laos' hospitality scene, known for its signature blend of warm service and welcoming venues. Since 1998, Khop Chai Deu, their iconic Vientiane restaurant, has been "The Place Where The World Meets," offering a vibrant atmosphere where guests enjoy traditional Lao flavors and international dishes, accompanied by live music and friendly gatherings, the perfect backdrop for a memorable night of networking.

Event details:
Date: Thursday, 28 August, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Venue: Khop Chai Deu Restaurant (2nd floor)​

Entrance Fee:
Free Entry - EuroCham & AustCham Members Only
(Registration Required)

For more information and registration, please follow this link: https://app.glueup.com/event/joint-chamber-mix-mingle-by-inthira-150964/

05/08/2025

Looking forward to tomorrow's Sundowner event in Thailand 🇹🇭

🚨Final Call to Book Your Place! – The Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce (AustCham Thailand) is pleased to invite members and guests to Bangkok's premier monthly networking event, August Sundowners. This event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and will offer an engaging networking experience at Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit. Connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed, elegant setting featuring French sophistication and Thai hospitality.
EVENT DETAILS:
🕕 18:00 – 21:00 hrs. | 📍 Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
How much does it cost:
850 THB for AustCham members
1,700 THB for non-members
👉 Register: https://buff.ly/wmCVHu3

🎓 Member Briefing: "Guiding Students Toward Their Best International Undergraduate Fit: Essential Tips for Counselors and Parents." This session equips counselors and parents with practical strategies to support students in choosing the right international university path.
EVENT DETAILS:
🕔 17:00 – 18:00 hrs. | 📍 Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit
How much does it cost: Free for AustCham members & Sundowners attendees
👉 Register: https://buff.ly/P1cSPzL

01/08/2025

Last Wednesday, on 23rd July at 10am, local time, the Thai, Lao, Cambodian and Vietnamese AustCham Chambers, together with AustCham ASEAN hosted the below Webinar, open to all of our members in the ASEAN region.

The topic was "Unlocking ASEAN Opportunities for Australian Businesses" and the Executive Directors or Presidents from their respective country chambers presented on the topic, including Oliver Purvis-Smith from AustCham Lao.

Each panelist spoke about their own chambers, the local business environment, and incentives and opportunities, which are available to foreign investors in each market.

The online event was a first for the Chambers and we will endeavor to host more of these in the future!

25/07/2025

Our Executive Director, Oliver Purvis-Smith attended the 24th Trade & Private Sector Working Group Meeting, on 24th July 2025, held at Lao Plaza Vientiane.

This was a great platform to address many of the advocacy efforts of our members, particularly within the Finance and Mining Sectors.

AustCham Lao are pleased to be involved in the consultation process and also to have many of the concerns of our members heard and included in the MOIC's 5-Year-Plan.

22/07/2025

AustCham Lao PDR is seeking a suitable Laotian candidate to fill the full-time role of AustCham Lao Administrative and Finance Officer.
Visit the link below to see the Job description, duties, responsibilities and selection criteria.

Please submit your application in English, and include your CV with a cover letter, by Tuesday, 29th of July 2025 to the AustCham Team email: [email protected]

For more information please contact us directly via email.
Job Description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1beBXdPUVK96Sfhyvc0-FZMmvIc5n8rH0/view?usp=sharing

09/07/2025

Our Executive Director, Oliver caught up with Jeremy Holt, AustCham Vietnam Board Director and Associate (Lawyer) at Harvey Law Firm - HLF.

Insights were shared about the activities of the respective chambers and further opportunities for collaboration were explored, including our AustCham ASEAN Webinar, coming up on the 23rd July with both Laos and Vietnam involved.

Jeremy is also scoping opportunities available in the Lao Business Environment and Oliver was able to share numerous insights and suggestions.

HLF is a leading Investment Immigration Law Firm. Please find the link to their website below, should you wish to enquire about their services:

https://harveylawcorporation.com