The recently proposed project will support the government in implementing two key strategies: the National Forestry Strategy, aimed at increasing national forest coverage and promoting sustainable forest management, and the Poverty Reduction Strategy, which focuses on improving the livelihoods of rural communities in Lao PDR.The government of Lao PDR is piloting REDD+ activities in six provinces in Northern Lao PDR, including Houaphan, Sayyabouly, Luang Prabang Oudomxai, Luang Namtha, and Bokeo. These provinces are part of Lao PDR's Emission Reduction Programs. Provincial REDD+ Action Plans have already been developed for these areas. However, it remains uncertain whether local institutions will effectively implement REDD+ activities on the ground.This proposed project aims to support the implementation of REDD+ activities in two of these provinces, Houaphan and Sayyabouly, byinitiating and carrying out the activities outlined in their respective Provincial REDD+ Action Plans. Read more...
