Lao PDR Banking Institutions

Technical Level Meeting Between Bank Supervision Departments

The Technical Level Meeting (TLM) between the Bank Supervision Department of the Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) and the Bank Supervision Department of the Banque Pour Le Commerce Exterieur Lao Public (BCEL) was held on April 9, 2003, at the Lao Development Bank (LDB).

Key Discussions and Outcomes

The TLM focused on several key topics, including:

• Current foreign exchange (FX) prices and market trends.
• Updates on currency regulations and legislation.
• Collaboration efforts between the BOL and BCEL in promoting financial stability.

The meeting resulted in a number of important outcomes, such as:

• A shared understanding of current FX market dynamics.
• Enhanced coordination between the BOL and BCEL in supervising the banking sector.
• Measures to promote financial literacy and inclusion in Lao PDR.

BCEL's Personal Banking Services

In addition to the TLM, the BCEL presented its range of personal banking products and services at the meeting. These services include:

• Bank accounts with various features and benefits.
• Automated teller machines (ATMs) for convenient cash withdrawals and deposits.
• Deposit machines for secure and time-saving cash deposits.

These services aim to provide individuals with convenient and accessible banking solutions that meet their financial needs.