Vientiane: The National Assembly of Laos: is continuing to push legislative and administrative reforms. This was reported by Mrs. Amphayvone Lombounpheng, Secretary of the National Assembly, during its 9th Ordinary Session of the 9th Legislature, held on June 25. The session was chaired by Vice President Ms. Sounthone Xayachak.

According to Lao News Agency, key achievements include the implementation of decisions from the 8th and 9th sessions, and planning for the 10th session. The Assembly completed and approved changes to 10 important laws. These were submitted for enactment through eight presidential decrees. Final adjustments were also made to the 2025 Constitution, the Law on Civil Servants, and the Law on Local Government. These are awaiting formal enactment.

The Assembly also approved major personnel changes. The Prime Minister proposed the reassignment, appointment, and retirement of 12 senior officials. These changes aim to improve leadership and public service management.

New appointments include Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thongsalith Mangnomek as Minister of Education and Sports, Mr. Santiphab Phomvihane as Minister of Finance, Ms. Bounkham Vorachit as Governor of the Bank of the Lao PDR, Ms. Baykham Khatthiya as Minister of Health, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Linkham Douangsavanh as Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Mr. Malaythong Kommasith as Minister of Industry and Commerce, Mr. Leklai Sivilay as Minister of Public Works and Transport, and Mr. Phoxay Sayasone as Minister of Labor and Social Welfare.

Reassignments include Dr. Phet Phomphiphak taking a new role at the Party Central Committee Office and Dr. Vilayvong Boudakham joining the Organization Committee of the Party Central Committee. Retirements include Assoc. Prof. Phout Simmalavong, former Minister of Education and Sports, and Dr. Bounfeng Phoummalaisith, former Minister of Health. These leadership changes are expected to bring new ideas and stronger performance to the government.

In the area of justice and public complaints, the Assembly received 731 requests in the first half of 2025. These included 142 new cases and 589 carried over from 2024. So far, 76 cases (about 10%) have been reviewed by the Standing Committee. This shows the Assembly’s ongoing effort to respond to public concerns fairly and transparently.

The session reflects the country’s strong commitment to reform, good governance, and national progress.