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The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) is fully prepared to assume the presidency and host the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions (3RC-CCM), with preparations for the high-level international event nearing completion.
Ms. Mukdavanh Sisoulith, Director General of the Department of International Organizations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Head of the Secretariat of the Lao National Regulatory Authority, told the media that Lao authorities have made comprehensive preparations to ensure the successful organisation of the conference.
Since the beginning of 2026, Lao authorities have worked closely with the Convention on Cluster Munitions Implementation Support Unit (ISU-CCM) and the United Nations in preparing for the conference.
Preparations cover substantive and technical matters, logistics, reception arrangements and security. The government has also established a National Steering Committee, supported by specialised working groups, to strengthen coordination among relevant ministries and agencies and regularly monitor progress.
Substantive preparations are proceeding as scheduled. The Host Country Agreement between the Lao PDR and the United Nations has been signed, while negotiations on key outcome documents, including the Vientiane Capital Action Plan (VCAP 2027–2031) and the Political Declaration, are in their final stages.
The documents are expected to be submitted to States Parties for consideration and formal adoption during the conference, which will take place in Vientiane from September 14–18, 2026.
A large number of high-level delegations from around the world are expected to attend. Invitations and conference documents have already been circulated to States Parties and relevant international organisations.
Preparations at the conference venue and related facilities are also nearing completion, with government agencies and the private sector working together to ensure that all necessary arrangements are in place.
Ms. Mukdavanh expressed confidence that the Lao PDR will successfully fulfil its responsibilities as President and host of the Third Review Conference, drawing on its experience in hosting international conferences and the strong cooperation of domestic stakeholders and international development partners.
She reaffirmed the Lao PDR’s commitment to ensuring that the conference is conducted effectively and contributes to the country’s responsibilities under the Convention on Cluster Munitions.
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