VIENTIANE (Xinhua): In a major step toward digital transformation, Laos is preparing to launch modern digital identity cards for citizens across the country.
The initiative is part of the Lao government's broader strategy to build a digital government, economy, and society, which is in line with the Lao People's Revolutionary Party's modernization vision, Lao News Agency has reported.
The Lao Ministry of Public Security is leading the project, focusing on developing digital infrastructure, strengthening IT capabilities among security personnel, and updating legal frameworks to support the new system.
The project includes the construction of a centralised Citizen Data Centre, the integration of population data, and the transformation of this data into a secure, digital format.
The ministry has also prioritized training and technical preparation to ensure a smooth transition. - Xinhua
