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Laos has taken a major step toward modernizing public administration with the inaugural meeting of the National Steering Committee for the One-Stop State Service Mechanism, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith on July 23 in Vientiane.
The meeting brought together deputy ministers, provincial leaders, and committee members to advance reforms aimed at making government services faster, more transparent, and more accessible.
Mr. Saleumxay said the initiative reflects the Party and Government's commitment to placing citizens at the center of public service delivery by streamlining administrative procedures, strengthening governance, accelerating digital transformation, and promoting decentralization.
Participants reviewed the implementation of the One-Stop State Service mechanism since its introduction in 2006 and endorsed the committee's 2026–2030 action plan. Discussions also focused on expanding services provided through One-Stop Service Centres, improving operational funding, and introducing centralized electronic payment systems for government fees through online platforms, mobile banking applications, and commercial banks.
The committee was established under Government Decree No. 218/PM, issued on June 26, 2026, which defines its responsibilities in overseeing nationwide implementation of the reform.
Following the meeting, ministries, government agencies, and local authorities will establish dedicated implementation committees and develop Smart One-Stop Service Centres (Smart ODSC). They will also work with relevant agencies to strengthen the legal framework and integrate sector-specific public services into a unified digital service platform.
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