PM calls for better development, protection of Lao children


Phankham underlined pressing threats that hinder the development of children like the Covid-19 outbreak, poverty, malnutrition, negative impact of social media use, high rate of school dropouts, early marriage and drug abuse. - Star filepic

VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh has called for joint efforts by all stakeholders to create conditions and opportunities for the better development of children.

The premier made the remarks in a message he delivered to mark International Children’s Day, which fell on Wednesday (June 1).

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