Lao PDR and ADB

ADB operations in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic support quality, sustainable, inclusive, and green growth for COVID-19 recovery, with a focus on health care and food security.

Lao PDR: Translations in Lao

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Strengthening Foundations to Unlock Green Finance in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic

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Strengthening Foundations to Unlock Green Finance in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic

This brief sets out ways the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) can offset the predicted financial impacts of climate change and start improving its creditworthiness to unlock the green finance resources it needs for resilient growth.

2nd ASEAN+3 Economic Cooperation and Financial Stability Forum: Safeguarding Growth and Stability in a Complex World: Challenges and Solutions

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2nd ASEAN+3 Economic Cooperation and Financial Stability Forum: Safeguarding Growth and Stability in a Complex World: Challenges and Solutions

The Forum aims to discuss the key challenges to the region’s macro-financial stability and outlook and present solutions and initiatives in fostering new areas of growth.

The Effect of Electrification on Socioeconomic Well-Being and Environmental Outcomes: Evidence for the Lao People’s Democratic Republic

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The Effect of Electrification on Socioeconomic Well-Being and Environmental Outcomes: Evidence for the Lao People’s Democratic Republic

This paper investigates the impact of electrification of households in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic using data from the Lao Expenditure and Consumption Survey.

Building Sustainable Communities: ADB and JFPR’s Contribution to the Prosperity of Asia and the Pacific during COVID-19

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Building Sustainable Communities: ADB and JFPR’s Contribution to the Prosperity of Asia and the Pacific during COVID-19

In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, ADB and JFPR united to empower communities - providing health support, social protection, and alternative livelihoods - which forged a resilient future for Asia and the Pacific.