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Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone chaired the Government’s monthly plenary meeting on August 24–25, 2026, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Vientiane, reviewing key developments in August and setting priority tasks for September.
(KPL) Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone chaired the Government’s monthly plenary meeting on August 24–25, 2026, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Vientiane, reviewing key developments in August and setting priority tasks for September.
Budget revenue reached 72% of the annual target, while expenditure execution stood at 48% and average inflation was contained at 7.6%. The Government also maintained political stability and public order while taking action against cyber scams, drug trafficking, illegal border crossings, vehicle smuggling and other offences.
The meeting reviewed the Government’s response to floods affecting eight provinces and stressed faster recovery and infrastructure repairs.
In principle, the Cabinet approved 12 draft laws and legislative proposals for further refinement before submission to the National Assembly, covering government administration, public procurement, health insurance, social security, civil aviation, cybersecurity and other areas.
For September, priorities include strengthening border security, combating cybercrime and drugs, accelerating post-flood recovery, improving revenue collection, implementing the National Agenda on Rural Development and Poverty Eradication, preparing for the new school year, and ensuring dam safety and water management.
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