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In the quest for more effective bank regulation in Laos, Sithong has researched whether smart regulation, a form of regulatory pluralism conceived in a capitalist setting, could make a difference in a socialist setting. Through the perspectives of key stakeholders, the research has identified the main characteristics of Lao bank regulation that may have implications for the applicability of smart regulation in the Lao banking context. This suggests new regulatory insights from applying well-established theory to new environment, particularly developing economies in South East Asia.

This seminar is Sithong's final presentation of his doctoral candidature. 

About the speaker

is a staff member of the Lao bank regulator (central bank), leading different teams to develop frameworks for bank regulation in Laos. He has two decades of experience advising and drafting Lao laws and regulations in various sectors. Sithong has an educational background in political science, public law, and banking and financial law. He holds an LLM from Boston University.

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