VIENTIANE, May 5 (Xinhua) -- The 12th One District One Product (ODOP) and Model Family Product Exhibition is underway in the Lao capital Vientiane, aiming to promote locally made goods, support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, and expand market opportunities for Lao products.
The event, scheduled from Monday to Sunday, featured 170 business units and products from nine provinces nationwide.
The ODOP initiative, introduced in 2013, encourages each district in Vientiane to develop at least five signature products. As of May 2026, the city has certified 77 business units under the program and developed 319 products across 65 villages, the Vientiane Mai newspaper reported on Tuesday.
In addition to product showcases, the event includes seminars on solar energy, competitions in recycling, weaving, and Lao cooking, and youth-focused activities such as a children's fashion show and talent performances.
The exhibition continues to play a key role in promoting domestic products and supporting economic growth in Laos. ■
