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Lao gov't sets priorities to drive socio-economic progress

Xinhua
| November 20, 2025
2025-11-20

VIENTIANE, Nov. 20 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government has convened a high-level meeting to discuss priorities for the country's socio-economic development plan, to support Laos' graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status and advance its sustainable development goals.

The 14th High-Level Round Table Meeting was held in the Lao capital Vientiane on Wednesday, under the theme "Strengthening Development Partnerships for Effective Implementation of the 10th National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030," according to the Lao Ministry of Finance on Thursday.

In his speech, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone called on the participants to strengthen cooperation, build an independent and self-reliant economy, and advance human resource development, social well-being, environmental protection, disaster risk reduction, and regional connectivity.

He also urged ministries and local authorities to implement the meeting's outcomes. Enditem

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