Vientiane, Aug. 12 -- Laos has reaffirmed its strong commitment to protecting forests and enhancing climate change adaptation, calling for deeper regional cooperation to safeguard ecosystems and promote sustainable development.

Speaking at the 28th Meeting of ASEAN Senior Officials on Forestry (ASOF 28) recently held in Luang Prabang, Lao Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Kikeo Singnavong stressed that forests play a vital role in biodiversity conservation, disaster risk reduction, and ensuring sustainable growth for all countries in the region. He urged joint actions to protect forest ecosystems and maximise their contributions to national and regional goals.

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