Building National Demining Capacity in Laos

This project aims to build the Government of Laos’ capacity to undertake demining operations thereby supporting efforts for the country to accede to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. Project activities include: (1) delivering mine detection and removal equipment and personal protective equipment to Lao National Regulatory Authority (NRA) staff to undertake quality management; (2) training the Lao NRA quality management teams on quality assurance assessments for landmine clearance; (3) supporting the Lao NRA to ensure the Lao National Standards on mine action align with International Mine Action Standards; and (4) guiding the Lao National Unexploded Ordnance Programme and Humanity and Inclusion demining activities.

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) enhanced survey and clearance undertaken by Lao landmine teams to clear Confirmed Hazardous Areas; and (2) improved compliance with International Mine Action Standards of Lao National Standards on landmine contamination.