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Tajikistan reviews options to expand social protection
A tripartite workshop in Dushanbe examined new studies on social protection coverage and the costing of maternity and old-age benefits.
Social protection
ILO supports efforts to expand social security coverage in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Training of district labour officers strengthens outreach to informal workers and communities across the country.
Social protection
ILO review helps set direction for new Lao National Social Protection Strategy
The review supports the Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in its vision to reduce poverty and inequality through extension of social protection.
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Second National Symposium on Social Protection showcases digital transformations in Lao PDR
Official launch of social security mobile application marks a significant step by bringing essential services directly to users.
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Lao students lead innovation at National Symposium on Social Protection
Student teams showcase creative ideas to strengthen social assistance systems, bringing fresh perspectives to national policy discussions.
Social protection
Happy International Coffee and Tea Day 2025: Promoting workers’ rights in Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Events highlight the connection between sustainable coffee and tea with decent work.
Lao People’s Democratic Republic makes notable progress in strengthening social protection
Contribution of ILO-UNDESA project to policy development, governance and implementation of national social protection system recognised.
Social Protection
Lao National Assembly makes progress towards crucial reforms in the social protection and public health systems
During high-level discussions, National Assembly members strengthen analytical knowledge and benefit from international experiences
Social Protection
Lao officials improve understanding of investment diversification and investment governance in social security
ILO training enhances knowledge and capacities on social security investments and risk analysis
Millions of Lao workers lack social security despite eligibility, ILO report finds
With 90 per cent of workers uninsured, barriers such as complex registration and limited awareness hinder access to the National Social Security Fund, particularly among informal laborers.
Social Protection
Lao delegation explores social insurance innovations in China
Lao delegation visits Chongqing and Qingdao in China to learn about good practices and innovations in social insurance
Social protection
First Social Protection Symposium kicks off a new era for Lao People's Democratic Republic in protecting its poor and vulnerable
The inaugural National Symposium addressed challenges faced by the rural population and informal workforce, highlighting social protection policies and the crucial principle of leaving no citizen behind.
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Lao Social Security Organisation officials improve their actuarial and modelling skills
Training helps key officials gain confidence in skills to financially manage national social security schemes.
Social protection
Review highlights progress made and challenges facing Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s National Social Protection Strategy
Recommendations include ways to improve overall social protection coverage and the quality and efficacy of social welfare programmes.
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Chinese inspiration for Lao People’s Democratic Republic on social protection
A delegation from China paid a visit to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic fostering cooperation in the realm of social protection.
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Lao People’s Democratic Republic accelerates efforts towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals related to social protection
A newly unveiled project is poised to enhance planning and monitoring of the National Social Protection Strategy and strengthen the social security system in Lao People’s Democratic Republic.
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Social security reform in Lao People’s Democratic Republic gains momentum
ILO-supported review of the social security law and a financial assessment are expected to lead to legal reform in 2024