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Lao PDR Government Revenue

General government revenue as % of GDP  GGR_NGDP

16.92% −1.07% (-5.9%)
Year 2025 Rank #157 Global Peak 22.38% (2012) Source IMF WEO

Lao PDR Government Revenue (2000–2025)

Overview

Lao PDR's government revenue stood at 16.92% in 2025, a decline of +1.07% from 2024. The IMF projects 16.92% by 2025. Lao PDR ranked 157th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Revenue YoY change Rank
2030* IMF 16.21% - -
2029* IMF 16.29% - -
2028* IMF 16.36% - -
2027* IMF 16.45% - -
2026* IMF 16.60% - -
2025* IMF 16.92% - -
2025 16.92% −1.07% #157
2024 17.99% +1.57% #148
2023 16.42% +1.64% #159
2022 14.79% −0.25% #173
2021 15.04% +2.05% #167
2020 12.99% −2.43% #177
2019 15.42% −0.83% #165
2018 16.24% −0.05% #159
2017 16.29% +0.27% #158
2016 16.02% −4.19% #155
2015 20.21% −1.64% #134
2014 21.86% +1.65% #134
2013 20.21% −2.17% #142
2012 22.38% +3.62% #126
2011 18.76% −2.17% #146
Show all years (2000-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

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 government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lao PDR's government revenue?

Lao PDR's government revenue was 16.92% in 2025. Ranked 157th globally. This represents a 5.9% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government revenue in Lao PDR?

Lao PDR's government revenue peaked at 22.38% in 2012.

What was the lowest government revenue in Lao PDR?

The lowest government revenue in Lao PDR was 11.76% in 2004.

How does Lao PDR rank in government revenue?

Lao PDR ranks 157th globally in government revenue as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government revenue?

The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.

What is the projected government revenue of Lao PDR in 2025?

Lao PDR's government revenue is projected to reach 16.92% by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the government revenue of Lao PDR in 2025?

The government revenue of Lao PDR in 2025 was 16.92%. This ranks 157th in the world.

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