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IFAD
in Lao People's Democratic Republic
IFAD began operations in the Lao People's Democratic Republic in 1980. Since then it has provided a total of US$73.2 million in loans for nine programmes and projects. A tenth project, the Northern Region Sustainable Livelihoods through Livestock Development Project, cofinanced with the Asian Development Bank and the Swiss Development Cooperation, has been approved and will shortly become effective. IFAD’s strategy in the Lao People's Democratic Republic IFAD supports the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic in implementing the National Growth and Poverty Eradication Strategy (NGPES) and achieving the Millennium Development Goals. IFAD's strategy in the country has the objectives of promoting economic growth, sustainable livelihoods and food security among poor rural people, especially women, and particularly among vulnerable and marginalized groups in upland areas. In the mountainous regions, where IFAD has the most relevant experience, it can contribute directly to economic growth. The organization applies a community-based development approach to strengthen the capacity of poor communities and their organizations to manage resources and services. Other priorities are:
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Ongoing IFAD operations
