Lao People’s Democratic Republic: Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Rural Development Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map


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This publication explains the evaluation and strategic investment priorities of the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in the agriculture, natural resources, and rural development sector. It highlights sector performance, priority development constraints, government plans and strategy, other development partner support, and ADB's past experience and future sector strategy. The country partnership strategy of ADB is also discussed and updated as strategic developments and program changes occur. Other background information about the sector for ADB's investment and technical assistance operations are also provided.










The Lao People's Democratic Republic


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Faced with a steadily worsening economy, the government of the Lao Peoples Democratic Republic took its first steps toward reforming its centrally planned economy in December 1979. The reform process gathered momentum with the introduction of the New Economic Mechanism in 1985, as the authorities began a series of far-reaching policy reforms in virtually all economic areas. This paper provides a much-needed overview of the Lao P.D.R.'s experience with systemic transformation and macroeconomic adjustments in recent years and highlights challenges that the country is likely to face in the coming years.




UNESCO Science Report


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Lao People's Democratic Republic


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This publication assesses the energy sector in the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) and identifies how ADB can support its development. Expanded access to modern and affordable forms of energy and more efficient use of energy resources will be essential for the Lao PDR to achieve its socioeconomic development goals. This publication provides an overview of Lao PDR's energy sector, examines its performance, the challenges it faces, and the government's energy strategy. It also reflects on lessons learned from past ADB assistance and proposes potential areas for future support.