(January 23, 2026) Dr. Somvang Phimmavong, Director General of Department of Forestry, opened with thanks “on behalf of the Government, particularly the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the European Union for its continuous assistance and support. I also extend my heartfelt thanks to the Wildlife Conservation Society Lao PDR for being a reliable and committed development partner. I look forward to our continued cooperation and shared success in the f...

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(January 20, 2026) The Department of Forestry (DOF), in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Lao PDR, convened a national protected area managers’ consultative meeting in Luang Prabang to strengthen the implementation of recently adopted legal measures related to protected area management and responsible development. The meeting, held under the theme “Responsible Investment and Development for Positive Impacts on Nature,” was chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Somvang ...

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