The Lao PDR Smooth Transition Strategy for LDC Graduation in 2026 and beyond

Document Summary: 
The Smooth Transition Strategy (STS) sets out Lao PDR’s plans to manage the historic LDC graduation process. This milestone has been a national aspiration since 2000, and meeting the globally-defined criteria to be eligible for graduation at the 2018 and 2021 triennial reviews represents a major achievement.
Author: 
LDC Secretariat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Lao PDR With the technical assistance of the United Nations The Lao PDR Smooth Transition Strategy for LDC Graduation in 2026 and beyond
Publication Date: 
2025