Second Secretary Greisy Cordero Suárez, speaks on the occasion of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. 49th session of the Human Rights Council’s UPR Working Group. 

We extend a warm welcome to the delegation of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. We commend the country’s commitment to the UPR and the adoption of national plans to implement the recommendations accepted in previous cycles.

We congratulate Lao on the approval of 73 laws and other political, legislative, judicial, and administrative measures aimed at ensuring that the population continues to fully enjoy human rights.

We acknowledge the positive development of the Lao economy, despite the impact of COVID-19, the global multidimensional crisis, and natural disasters affecting the country.

In a constructive spirit, we recommend:

1. Consider incorporating the accepted recommendations into the tenth National Socio-Economic Development Plan 2026–2030 and other national strategies and plans.
2. Continue strengthening human rights training for public officials.
3. Continue consolidating regional and international cooperation and technical assistance in the field of human rights.

We wish the Lao People's Democratic Republic success in this review, the implementation of accepted recommendations and its constitutional reform process to enhance state management efficiency and strengthen popular democracy.

Thank you