Event: Community Resilience Partnership Program (CRPP) Partnership Forum 2026 Sustainable Agrifood Systems Sector Project 25 February 2026 Author / Speaker Sengkeo Phoutthavong View File This presentation explains the MSME structure in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic; the partnership between the public and private sectors and MSMEs; and the role that chambers, national banks, and ministries play in reaching the most vulnerable small businesses. It also explores how to make climate and disaster information better integrated into enterprise support and financing systems, and how can Lao PDR scale climate-responsive finance and collective action mechanisms across sectors. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Download Topics Climate Change Disaster Risk Management Regional Cooperation and Integration