Environmental protection, ending deforestation key to sustainable development, says Laos PM

VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN): Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has urged the public to increase awareness about environmental protection, including planting more trees, better management of waste and the effective utilisation of natural resources.

Delivering his messages to mark the World Environment Day and the National Environment Day, observed on Wednesday (June 5), Sonexay said Laos and countries around the world organise a ceremony to celebrate this important day with the aim of protecting the environment and ensuring sustainable uses of resources.