Laos Launches Women's Leadership Training Program with ADB Support
Laos has launched a women's leadership training program supported by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The program targets female leaders from the public and private sectors, aiming to enhance their leadership and negotiation skills for national development. Meanwhile, moves to boost the economy are accelerating, including a minimum wage hike and potential investment from Thailand's CP Group.
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