Lack of government experts sinking Lao energy and mines sector

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Lack of government experts sinking Lao energy and mines sector

A lack of experts and technicians in Laos’ Ministry of Energy and Mines has led to poor management of the sector, even as the number of hydropower and mining projects in the country grow, according to a report by the ministry’s personnel department. The report follows a ministry survey that found nearly half of mining companies operating in Laos have failed to meet industry standards and comply with regulations or contractual obligations. Last…