National Assembly voices concern over shortfall in development targets


VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): National Assembly members have expressed concern that various development targets may not be achieved by the government by the end of this year, due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.

Assembly Vice-President Sommad Pholsena, on behalf of the NA Standing Committee, voiced concerns when addressing the ongoing NA session shortly after the government presented its reports on the progress of the socio-economic development plan.

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