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Lao PDR Female Labor Participation

Female labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS

61.56% +0.09pp (+0.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #41 Global Peak 61.56% (2025) Source World Bank

Lao PDR Female Labor Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's female labor participation stood at 61.56% in 2025, a rise of +0.09pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 62.00% by 2026. Lao PDR ranked 41st globally.

Data & projection

Year Female Labor Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 62.51% - -
2027* trend 62.25% - -
2026* trend 62.00% - -
2025 61.56% +0.09pp #41
2024 61.47% +0.06pp #41
2023 61.41% +0.04pp #43
2022 61.37% +1.05pp #37
2021 60.32% +1.64pp #44
2020 58.68% +0.56pp #49
2019 58.13% +1.06pp #55
2018 57.07% +1.05pp #59
2017 56.02% −0.09pp #68
2016 56.11% −0.10pp #66
2015 56.20% −0.11pp #63
2014 56.31% −0.13pp #60
2013 56.44% −0.14pp #63
2012 56.58% −0.15pp #64
2011 56.73% −0.16pp #64
Show all years (1990-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +12.3% GDP growth 3.7% C/A balance 2.6%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Lao PDR matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw female labor participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lao PDR's female labor participation?

Lao PDR's female labor participation was 61.56% in 2025. Ranked 41st globally. This represents a 0.2% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest female labor participation in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's female labor participation peaked at 61.56% in 2025.

What was the lowest female labor participation in Lao PDR?

The lowest female labor participation in Lao PDR was 56.02% in 2017.

How does Lao PDR rank in female labor participation?

Lao PDR ranks 41st globally in female labor participation as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for female labor participation?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected female labor participation of Lao PDR in 2026?

Lao PDR's female labor participation is projected to reach 62.00% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the female labor participation of Lao PDR in 2025?

The female labor participation of Lao PDR in 2025 was 61.56%. This ranks 41st in the world.

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