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An honor to meet PM Sonexay Siphandone of Lao PDR🇱🇦. Thanked him for the warm welcome in Vientiane & for 🇱🇦’s commitment to #LDC/#LLDC priorities. I congratulated him on 🇱🇦’s upcoming #LDC graduation in 2026 & assured my Office’s full support for a smooth + inclusive transition.

The human rights record of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (#LaoPDR) will be examined by the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review Working Group for the fourth time on Tuesday, 29 April 2025. #UPR49 ➡️ohchr.org/en/press-relea…

Rabab Fatima led a dynamic debrief with development partners, highlighting how partnership drives Laos’ sustainable transition.

The country’s success is a testament to the power of global cooperation—together, we must ensure progress continues beyond graduation, leaving no one behind. 🇱🇦💪 #LaoPDRGraduation #PartnershipForDevelopment #UNinLaoPDR #LNOB

Was pleased to lead a dynamic debrief with development partners in Lao PDR, underscoring the vital role of partnership in ensuring Laos’ successful & sustainable graduation from #LDC category. I emphasized how, together, we can help shape a resilient & prosperous future for 🇱🇦.

Excellent discussion with Bakhodir Burkhanov & the UN Country Team in Lao PDR. Great to see such great dedication and strong United Nations support on the ground as we work together to ensure a smooth, sustainable & irreversible #LDC graduation for Laos.

Indeed, it has been an extremely productive mission. I thank & commend the 🇱🇦 Government for its efforts and commitment to sustainable & inclusive #LDCgraduation. UN-OHRLLS will be with you in this exciting journey. Thank you UN in Lao PDR for your excellent work and support!

[1/2] 🇱🇦 continues progress eliminating communicable diseases! A huge thank you to China 🇨🇳 & Switzerland🇨🇭 for committing US$1.18m to our next goal: eliminating schistosomiasis Affecting 120000 people in Champasack Province, this serious disease particularly impacts children

Financing for development is integral to the multilateral system. It’s about the power of global solutions to global problems like poverty, hunger & the climate crisis. With just 5 years to reach the #GlobalGoals, let’s keep our ambitions high & deliver for people and planet.

A strong partnership of 15 years between the Government of 🇱🇦, UNICEF Laos, UNFPA Lao PDR , WHO Laos through the UN Joint Programme with support from 🇱🇺 Luxembourg— together to improve maternal & newborn health from the very beginning, for Hopeful Futures for all.

Big step for #Laos! The Gov't, UN, and Luxembourg launch Joint Programme on Green & Climate Finance to drive sustainable growth & resilience for a better tomorrow! Read the full press release for more: tinyurl.com/29m67p9f 🌱🤝 #GreenFinance #ClimateAction #Sustainability

[1/2] #WorldHealthDay: Healthy mothers & children are the foundation of strong communities 🇱🇦 has made tremendous progress across 2000-2023 🤰 81.6% reduction in maternal mortality 👦Significant reduction in child mortality To close gaps we must collaborate more than ever

🇱🇦 continues to make impressive strides on maternal and child health   🇱🇺 has been a proud supporter of life-saving RMNCAH efforts via World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF Laos + UNFPA Lao PDR   On #WorldHealthDay we shared our thoughts on the work to ensure #HealthForAll   Read: tinyurl.com/bp8bmywy

🌍 From local impact to global reach! 🌾 Meet Somsai Vilaysouk, founder of Vilaysouk Import Export, who grew from a small trader to boosting business & empowering the community through IFAD-supported AFN project. 💪 #SDGs #LaoPDR

🌱From child to leader💪 Somchan Sayavong’s roots on a coffee farm shaped her path. Today, with SOLAR Project support, she empowers 2,000+ coffee-farming families in Laos.🌍 #SDGs #LaoPDR #SocialImpact

Breaking New Ground! Ministry of Finance,US Embassy Vientiane, UN in Lao PDR & UNOPS held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new climate-resilient Customs HQ & Training Center in Vientiane, funded by US Dept of State INL to boost border control, public services & national development. #SDG9 #SDG16

Global growth forecast to slow from 2.9% in 2024 to 2.4% in 2025. Escalating trade tensions & policy uncertainty expected to strain #supplychains, delay investments & fuel financial turbulence. ⏩More from UN DESA's #WorldEconomyReport mid-year update: desapublications.un.org

🌏✨ Winner Announcement: 🇺🇳& 🇱🇦 70th Anniversary Logo Design Contest!🏆 Congratulations to Thongsavanh Souvannasane for his inspiring design-to be featured in our materials & events throughout this milestone year. 🙏 Thank you to all participants—your creativity shines!

💡Innovation isn't just a buzzword for International Fund for Agricultural Development – it's a lifeline for rural communities. But thanks to an IFAD-supported project, small-scale farmers in #Laos are turning to specially cultivated bacteria known as effective micro-organisms. More 👉shorturl.at/WcQSB

Diseases eliminated in Lao PDR 🇱🇦: 🩼 1996: Polio 👁2017: Trachoma 🪱 2023: Lymphatic filariasis With China 🇨🇳 & Switzerland🇨🇭 support, schistosomiasis 🐌 is next on the list! Great examples of safeguarding health and saving lives ⏩tinyurl.com/2s44d927