World Bank Group Expresses Condolences Over Losses Caused By Flood Event In Laos

27/07/2018 15:30
Email Print 1862
KPL (KPL) The World Bank Group on Tuesday issued a statement expressing its deep condolences to the people of Lao PDR for the tragic loss of life and property resulting from the flooding of the Xepian-Xe Nam Noy dam.

(KPL) The World Bank Group on Tuesday issued a statement expressing its deep condolences to the people of Lao PDR for the tragic loss of life and property resulting from the flooding of the Xepian-Xe Nam Noy dam.

“We are prepared to work closely with the government of the Lao PDR and other development partners to support the continued rescue efforts, and to provide assistance to the victims of the disaster. The World Bank is currently supporting disaster risk management in the Lao PDR and will continue to provide assistance and expertise during this crisis and in the weeks and months to come, if requested by the Government,” said the statement.

KPL

ຂ່າວອື່ນໆ

    • New School Brings a Brighter Future to Students in Namor DistrictGeneral

      New School Brings a Brighter Future to Students in Namor District

      12/20/2025 10:05:43 PM

      Namor Tai Village was filled with cheers and smiles on December 19 as students, teachers, and community members celebrated the handover of a newly constructed primary school. The landmark project was made possible through a US$200,000 contribution from Electric Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), marking a significant investment in local education.

    • Empowering Communities: Agriculture for Nutrition Project Transforms Lives in Xekong ProvinceGeneral

      Empowering Communities: Agriculture for Nutrition Project Transforms Lives in Xekong Province

      12/19/2025 12:36:33 PM

      In a recent interview on December 17, Mr. Dola Sayalop, Project Facilitator for the Agriculture for Nutrition (AFN) project under the World Food Programme (WFP), highlighted the significant progress being made in Lamam district to improve food security and rural livelihoods.

    • Vientiane sets out tourism development strategyGeneral

      Vientiane sets out tourism development strategy

      12/18/2025 4:17:36 PM

      Vientiane Authorities have outlined plans to strengthen tourism, expand accommodation capacity and increase income for local businesses as part of efforts to stimulate the city’s economy.

    • WFP Bridges Development Gap in Southern Laos Through Media CollaborationGeneral

      WFP Bridges Development Gap in Southern Laos Through Media Collaboration

      12/18/2025 4:05:49 PM

      The World Food Programme (WFP) concluded a high-level field mission to Southern Laos today, bringing media representatives to the frontlines of food security and nutrition efforts in Champassak and Xekong provinces. The mission, running from December 15–19, was designed to showcase the tangible impacts of WFP-supported government programmes on remote communities. Led by WFP Coordinator the delegation visited various village-level activities to witness how international support translates into local resilience.

    • Australia supports socio-economic development in southern LaosGeneral

      Australia supports socio-economic development in southern Laos

      12/18/2025 3:07:47 PM

      From 14–19 December, Australian Ambassador Megan Jones visited the southern provinces to reaffirm Australia’s commitment to education, the 5th Population and Housing Census, and broader development and economic cooperation with the Lao PDR. The Australian Ambassador visited Savannakhet and Champassak provinces, accompanied by Minister of Finance Santiphab Phomvihane, before making her first official visit to Saravan and Xekong provinces.

ຂ່າວ KPL Laos News

Top