AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMedical Tech in Vientiane: 103 Hospital and Tahua International Trade signed an agreement to develop extracorporeal lithotripsy technology, inaugurating a new lithotripsy room and setting shared diagnostic/treatment procedures and safety responsibilities. Water Safety Training: The Lao-Korea Irrigation Development Center ran a two-month programme on irrigation dam stability inspection (Sept–Oct 2026), with field visits to Nam Chim and Nam Phouk dams to strengthen dam safety management. Clean Energy for Schools: Laos’ first zero-carbon “library” opened in Luang Prabang, combining solar power, energy storage, and charging for students. Gold Quality Tech: A Vientiane seminar pushed stronger gold standards and inspection methods, including international testing tools and an MoU to improve accuracy and reliability. Digital Economy Push (Laos): Laos highlighted digital tech, data centres, AI, IT, and fintech as priority investment areas for long-term growth. AI Bloc Signals (Region): Reports say Laos joined China’s WAICO AI group, while most ASEAN members face pressure to choose between rival AI ecosystems. Cybercrime Crackdown (Vientiane): Authorities arrested 139 suspects in cybercrime raids in Vientiane Capital.
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