7-Eleven launches in Laos

Laos is the 20th country entered by 7-Eleven.

7-Eleven International Master Franchisee CP ALL Laos has opened the first 7-Eleven store in Laos on Souphanouvon Avenue in the capital city of Vientiane, marking the convenience store’s entry to the Southeast Asian country.

In a statement, 7-Eleven said the first Laos store will offer its “signature retail environment,” with CP ALL Laos exploring opportunities to offer Laotian meals.

"With its thriving economy and growing population, Laos offers an excellent environment for 7‑Eleven's first retail venture in the region," said 7-Eleven International Co-CEO's Shin Abe and Ken Wakabayashi. 

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"Our entrance into the country brings Laotian customers a one-stop-shop solution with quality fresh food and convenience needs, via a store format not currently prevalent in the market,” the co-CEOs said.

CP ALL Laso is a subsidiary of CP All Public Company which operates over 14,000 7-Eleven stores in Thailand and Cambodia.