Lao govt outlines forestry protection moves to lawmakers
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – Preserving forests and promoting tree planting across the country are the main aims for amendment of the forestry law, a senior government official has said.
Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Dr Lien Thikeo presented a draft amended forestry law for debate at the ongoing National Assembly session in Vientiane yesterday.
The move is in response to the government’s policy aim of a green-growth economy and sustainable development with less dependence on the exploitation of natural resources.
Somsack Pongkhao
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