Laos marks World Food Day with pledge to end​ hunger​


Prime​ ​Minister​ Sonexay​ Siphandone​ joins​ in​ marking​ World​ Food​ Day. - VT

VIENTIANE: With the world confronting economic turbulence, climate shocks, and growing food insecurity, Laos is focusing on hope and resilience, marking the 45th World Food Day and the 33rd National Week for Poverty Eradication with a powerful message — that ending hunger begins at home, in the nation’s fields and farms.

The occasion highlights Laos’ steady progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in combating hunger and poverty.

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