Laos targets 90 per cent urban water access by 2030


VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): Following the recent announcement of major transport and city infrastructure projects, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) of Laos is now turning its focus to urban water access, positioning it as a cornerstone of sustainable development.

The 2026–2030 Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Development Plan aims to provide 90 percent of residents in provincial and district municipalities with safe, piped water. At the same time, it strengthens wastewater management, climate resilience, and overall urban livability.

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