Laos Will See You Now: SMU-X Overseas Accounting Study Mission

22 Mar 2019
Laos Will See You Now: SMU-X Overseas Accounting Study Mission

Sandwiched between five countries in the heart of South East Asia, Laos is a little charming country which has left a deep impression on me. Through my SMU-X Overseas Accounting Study Mission trip last December, I have found that there is a certain shy mystique to this place that has drawn me in.

Soaking in the Sights and Sounds of Laos

The people are kind and welcoming, the landscape astoundingly captivating, and the pace of life is deliciously (or, perhaps to some, disconcertingly) slow. With its clear air, crisp sunshine and a slight chill after sunset, Laos was a wonderful way to escape the heat of Singapore for a few days. To acquaint ourselves with the country, we began by touring the scenic Luang Prabang.

In Luang Prabang, we got up close and personal with some buffalos, pigs and rabbits at the 

Majestic view of Kuangsi Waterfalls

Experiencing Commerce and Education in Laos

After soaking in the beautiful sights of Laos, we flew to 

Visit to the Laos Securities Exchange

Next, we checked in with our Laos counterparts at the 

Meeting students from National University of Laos

Our next company visit was to 

Company visits exposed us to the key drivers of Laos’ commerce

As accounting students, we definitely had to pay homage to one of the Big 4 accounting firms in Laos. The accounting firm chosen was 

Presenting to our clients K.P. Limited

In all, this This article was originally published on The SMU Blog.

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