Govt to seek solutions for economic challenges  

Several topics related to economic and financial challenges, the government’s work plan, mining project evaluations, solutions to vehicle-related issues, and updates on international cooperation efforts will be discussed at the government’s monthly session.

Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone chairs the government’s monthly meeting on Thursday.

The government’s monthly meeting for November began at the Prime Minister’s Office on Thursday, and it was presided over by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone.
The meeting was attended by deputy prime ministers, government officials, ministry representatives, and provincial leaders.
Provincial leaders and representatives from Vientiane participated via video conference to review progress reports and outline the work plan for December.
The two-day meeting, which concludes on Friday, will evaluate the implementation of key priorities November and set strategic directions for December.
In his opening remarks at the meeting, Mr Sonexay highlighted the complexity of global and regional challenges affecting economic recovery and growth, especially their critical effect on Laos’ socio-economic development.  
He emphasised that the priority for Laos is to tackle the rise in commodity prices despite the value of the Lao kip increasing moderately.
He said the exchange rates have gradually stabilised, while the monitoring of economic sensitivities and mobilising of societal efforts to support socio-economic development is continuing.
The meeting is being held concurrently with the National Assembly’s 8th Ordinary Session, during which members of the government are expected to respond to parliamentary questions and present updates.
The Prime Minister called on participants to engage in in-depth research and provide concise and focused recommendations on the issues being discussed.
He urged them to ensure that the meeting achieves its objectives and delivers meaningful outcomes.
The discussions will cover significant topics, including the government’s work plan, mining project evaluations, solutions to illegal vehicle-related issues, and updates on international cooperation efforts.
In addition, key legislative and regulatory matters on the agenda include a draft Law on Cybersecurity, draft decrees on Unexploded Ordnance Clearance, the Statistical Administration Code, Contract Agriculture, Agricultural Land, and Labour Inspection.
The meeting will also consider draft decrees on Associations and Foundations (revised version), and a draft decree on high technology zones.

By Times Reporters
 (Latest Update November 22, 2024)