The power sector, especially hydropower and coal, is open to foreign investment, with many international firms represented.
Laos has abundant mineral wealth, much of which remains unexploited although many foreign firms are active.
Agribusiness, including plantation agriculture (rubber/coffee/timber/corn), has attracted foreign investment.
The Lao government has targeted tourism, especially ecotourism, as a major area of future growth. Laos was rated the #1 “Place to go” by the New York Times in 2008.