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TWGs divided into groups for in-depth discussion

The National REDD+ Task Force (NRTF) and the six Technical Working Groups (TWGs) have been established to promote REDD+ in Lao PDR. However, the awareness-building of REDD+ and the capacity improvement of these members are seen to be in urgent need. Therefore, to address this issue, the Government of Lao and development partners including F-REDD jointly conducted two REDD+ trainings for the members of six TWGs — one in July and another in August.

Through the trainings it was confirmed that the six TWGs need to closely collaborate in implementing REDD+. Moreover, each TWG also agreed to play their role to contribute to the development of National REDD+ Strategy from their standpoints.

REDD+ in Lao PDR is now ready for full-scale implementation. Moreover, by having the six TWGs in operating, the coordination role of the National REDD+ focal points will become even more important.