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Sustainable Development in the Plantation Industry in Laos: An Examination of the Role of the Ministry of Planning and Investment

6 Mar 2009

The plantation industry in the Lao People's Democratic Republic has seen rapid growth in recent years, driven predominantly by overseas investment. This paper examines the investment boom in the sector, the current policy, regulations and decision-making mechanisms, and the important role the Ministry of Planning and Investment could play in ensuring that investment flows into the Lao PDR achieve the best environmental and social outcomes for the country. Key findings:

Authors

Saykham Voladet, IUCN

Published in
Canada