Alay is a Lecturer with the Faculty of Economic and Business Management at the National University of Laos (NUOL), where he teaches econometrics, development studies, and regional economic integration. He has worked with both national and international organizations in conducting impact assessments for development projects across Lao PDR.

Alay’s primary areas of expertise include monitoring and evaluation, policy and program analysis, and applied economic research with a focus on trade and poverty reduction.

He has conducted numerous research projects in the fields of health economics, economic development, and international trade. Alay is experienced in developing and implementing complex field projects using both qualitative and quantitative methods. Alay is fluent in Lao, Thai, English, and Japanese.