Lao PDR | March 06, 2025 | M&A Assessment Process
A transaction will be considered in restraint of competition if it results in exceeding the market share over the threshold defined by the Commission, restricting market access and the development of technology, and creating a negative impact on consumers, other business operators and the country’s socio-economic development.
The law provides that the Commission will examine the notification submission for 7 days, conduct a review of 30 days, which is extendible for another 30 days. No further guidelines has been issued as of date.