Arya News - Presided over by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, the meeting brought together Deputy Prime Ministers, government members, and ministry representatives to review work priorities and strategic policies.
VIENTIANE – The government convened its monthly cabinet meeting on Tuesday, focusing on directives to achieve an independent and self-reliant economy, alongside other priorities under the national socio-economic development plan.
Presided over by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, the meeting brought together Deputy Prime Ministers, government members, and ministry representatives to review work priorities and strategic policies.
Over one and a half days, officials discussed the 10th five-year National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030, the 10-year Socio-Economic Development Strategy for 2026-2035, and long-term development plans towards 2055.
Other topics included measures to address land subsidence in Thongmang village, Xaythany district, Vientiane, strategies to promote tourism following 2025 visitor trends, and the introduction of policies concerning electric vehicles.
Draft decrees on the land and rail transport of dangerous goods and regulations for International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs) were also considered.
Government members were given five key documents for study and written feedback. These included the January-February work summary and March plans, the 2026 road construction and improvement plan, the five-year action plan for the modernisation of revenue collection, and the approval of topics for government meetings throughout 2026.
They also covered directives on building an independent and self-reliant economy, highlighting practical steps to strengthen sustainable development.
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone highlighted the tense and complex regional and international environment, citing military conflicts, trade disputes, and border tensions as factors affecting global stability and economic conditions.
He urged government members to adopt practical, realistic, and timely measures to protect citizens’ livelihoods while advancing national development objectives.
The Prime Minister also stressed the importance of active participation by all government members, encouraging them to provide in-depth, evidence-based insights and innovative solutions that will ensure the government’s strategies are effective and achievable.
The meeting follows the election of members to the incoming 10th National Assembly, 5th Vientiane People’s Council, and Provincial People’s Councils on February 22, serving as a preparatory platform for the inaugural meetings of the 10th National Assembly and 10th government.
By prioritising an independent and self-reliant economy alongside broader socio-economic strategies, the government aims to strengthen national resilience, ensure sustainable development, and create lasting benefits for its citizens.