Laos aims to promote quality, equitable education

FILE PHOTO: Students during a break at the Hadnam China-Laos Friendship School. Laos aims to provide education which is accessible to all citizens, particularly those in rural areas, as well as vulnerable groups including the poor, women, ethnic minorities and people with disabilities. - Xinhua

VIENTIANE: The Lao government has emphasised education as a key priority in human resource development, continuing its efforts to address educational challenges and promote access to quality and equitable education for urban and rural areas.

In his speech marking the International Literacy Day, which falls on Sept. 8, Lao Minister of Education and Sports Thongsalith Mangnomek said that despite progress, many people in remote areas and disadvantaged communities still face significant barriers to accessing quality education.