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Cambodia urges strict enforcement of ban on electronic waste imports

Cambodia urges strict enforcement of ban on electronic waste imports

The prohibited items include used air conditioners, refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, clothes dryers, televisions, desktop computers, laptops, mobile phones and tablets. They are classified as hazardous waste because they contain toxic substances, including mercury, cadmium, nickel, chromium, arsenic and lead.

Public debt of Laos predicted to increase amid COVID-19

Public debt of Laos predicted to increase amid COVID-19

The public debt of Laos may increase to as much as 65 to 68 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP) in 2020 following a sharp fall in national revenue collection alongside an increase in loans due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Vientiane Times reported.