Why is it so expensive to take a taxi in Laos

1. Relationship between supply and demand: The number of taxis in Laos is limited, and drivers may raise their prices relative to the demand.

2. The transportation facilities are relatively backward: Laos has been criticized for its limited public transportation, and many people can only travel by taxi. The taxi market has a certain monopoly, which leads to a relatively high price.

3. The price is not standardized: due to the lack of standardization and management by local governments, there is no uniform standard for the taxi market price in Laos, allowing drivers to set prices freely.

4. Impact of tourism: Laos is a tourist destination, and the number of tourists is increasing every year. Many taxi drivers will charge tourists higher fees.