Lao Authorities report UXO clearance funding shortfall
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – The government requires an additional US$4.5 million this year to effectively carry out unexploded ordnance (UXO) operations including mine surveys and clearance along with risk education and victim assistance.
The information was reported on Friday during the Lao National Unexploded Ordnance Programme (UXO Lao)’s annual meeting to summarise their work over the past year and plan for the year ahead.
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