The Bank of the Lao published an update on a bilateral leadership meeting with the Ministry of Finance focused on coordinating the implementation of fiscal policy and monetary and exchange-rate policy to support national financial and monetary stability. The discussions also aimed to identify and resolve pressing issues that affect both institutions’ areas of responsibility. Co-chaired by Finance Minister Santiphap Phomvihane and Bank of the Lao Governor Bounkham Vorachit, the half-day session brought together deputy ministers, deputy governors and more than 40 officials from both sides. The meeting concluded with agreement on shared principles and coordination mechanisms to guide follow-up work.