AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDigital Payments: Malaysians can now use Maybank, CIMB and Hong Leong banking apps to scan Alipay+ merchant QR codes in Laos, with no extra app required. UXO Safety: Laos and the United States opened an upgraded UXO information centre in Luang Prabang, featuring clearance equipment and exhibits on the dangers of unexploded ordnance. Wildlife Research: Researchers identified a new venomous pit viper species in Vang Vieng, adding to knowledge of Laos’ biodiversity. Climate Monitoring: Laos, Thailand and Myanmar plan to share haze monitoring, as the region faces recurring smoke pollution. Digital Skills: Lao Digital Week spotlighted innovation and digital transformation, while government efforts are also promoting digital governance and AI-era skills.
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