External Debt in Laos
In 2021, Laos' external debt was 91.3% of GDP, compared to 72.8% of GDP a decade earlier. Over the last decade, this external debt averaged 82.3% of GDP, significantly higher than the Asia-Pacific regional average of 26.5%. For more external debt information, visit our dedicated page.
Laos External Debt Chart
Note: This chart displays External Debt (% of GDP) for Laos from 2013 to 2021.
Source: Macrobond.
Laos External Debt Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Debt (% of GDP) | 101.2 | 108.0 | 102.2 | 121.0 | - |
| External Debt (USD bn) | 19.0 | 20.5 | 19.2 | 18.7 | - |