Laos supports ASEAN human resources development plan
Laos supports ASEAN’s human resources development plan, the Vientiane Times reported, quoting a speech by Lao Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune at the 23rd ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council (ASCC) meeting on June 23.
Vientian (VNA) – Laos supports ASEAN’s human resourcesdevelopment plan, the Vientiane Times reported, quoting a speech by Lao Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism KikeoKhaykhamphithoune at the 23rd ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council (ASCC)meeting on June 23.
“Laos supports the ASEANDeclaration on Human Resource Development for Changing the World of Work. Ibelieve that this declaration will provide a greater opportunity for ASEANnations to share their benefits and interests and bring more benefits to thepeople of Asean,” Kikeo was quoted as saying at the meeting, which was held in the form of a video conference.
He expressed his belief that the plan will produce effective outcomesand great success, especially in the fields of labour and education, andcalled on ASEAN member nations to work together in post-pandemic recovery.
At the meeting hosted by Vietnam's Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs in its capacity as ASCC Chair 2020, participants shared theiropinions on priorities and cooperation during the period of recovery fromCOVID-19, to set orientations for the ASEAN Community’s activities this yearand the next five years, towards a cohesive ASEAN Community that is beneficialfor all./.
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