AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndia–Laos Tech Push: Lao Deputy PM Thongsavanh Phomvihane met India’s President Droupadi Murmu and called for deeper trade, investment, and technology cooperation on the 70th anniversary of ties, with a strong focus on tackling transnational internet scam hubs. AI Cooperation: Laos is considering joining China’s proposed World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation, with a July 2026 signature window discussed at the Ministry of Technology and Communications. Digital Government Upgrade: Laos is accelerating e-government with Smart Customs and the E-Tax Invoice platform to cut clearance times, reduce paperwork, and improve transparency. E-commerce & Robotics Links: Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith visited Alibaba in Hangzhou and met Zhejiang leaders, highlighting tech and e-commerce cooperation and use of the China–Laos Railway for connectivity. Regional Internet Safety: Laos and partners are pushing joint action against online scams, while Cambodia’s information ministry proposes a Mekong information integrity network and rapid fact-checking mechanism. Vientiane Development: Ground broke for the USD 216M Vang Vieng Central Plaza project, aiming to boost tourism, jobs, and local infrastructure. Energy Outlook (Regional): AMRO kept ASEAN+3 growth at 4% for 2026–27 but revised Vietnam down to 7.2% for 2026 amid Middle East-driven cost pressures.
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