BACKGROUND Farming is a primary livelihood for the rural population and rice production is a source of income for more than 65 million people in the Mekong River Basin. Almost all countries in this region are top exporters of rice in the global market with one-third of the rice exports coming from the region in …
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Course Objective A 10-day training program aimed at strengthening the knowledge and understanding on the selection of food preservation, packaging and application of food labeling approaches for safe and quality food and to promote application of best practices in enhancing safety, quality, market access and profitability of food products and minimize loss in the food …
Regional Training Program on Preservation and Packaging for Safer Food Read More »
Aiming to drive economic growth through enhanced competencies of professionals in the Lancang-Mekong (LM) region, Mekong Institute (MI), with the support of the People’s Government of Yunnan Province, P.R. China, gathered 25 LM government officials from May 13 to 24, 2024, for a regional training program on human resource development (HRD). The two-week program featured …
Khon Kaen, Thailand – Mekong Institute (MI), in collaboration with the Department of Intellectual Property of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility, Lao PDR, launched a program aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Lao PDR in trademark development. This initiative …
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MI is thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for development organizations, tech companies, startups, and research institutions to showcase their cutting-edge digital innovations, tools, and initiatives during the Mekong Forum 2024! Event Dates: July 31 – August 1, 2024 Location: Pullman Raja Orchid Hotel, Khon Kaen, Thailand Cost: FREE for ExhibitorsThis is your chance to …
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After a historic event in Kunming, P. R. China, Mekong Institute is thrilled to bring back its flagship annual event to Khon Kaen, Thailand! Join us for the 10th edition of the Mekong Forum from July 31 to August 1, 2024, with the theme “Breaking Through New Horizons: Digitalization, Innovation, and Technology in the GMS.” …
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On June 14, 2024, Mekong Institute (MI) Executive Director Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn welcomed Ms. Pawinrat Mahaguna, Chief of Khon Kaen Passport Office, to MI Headquarters. They discussed ways to work together, focusing on mutual support and partnership, particularly in the context of international relations and regional cooperation. As a representative of the Ministry of Foreign …
BACKGROUND The Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation and climate change challenges. As one of the world’s most diverse and dynamic agricultural hubs, the region faces unique risks related to climate variability and extreme weather events. Its dependency on natural resources and agriculture makes it particularly susceptible to climate-induced risks …
8TH MKCF SELECTED PROJECT PROPOSALS Cambodia PROPONENT : Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology (MOWRAM) TITLE : Capacity Building for Sustainable and Climate Change Resilient Water Resource Management in Mekong River Basin Objective(s) : To develop capacities on flood forecasting and warning system, integrated water resources management, water-related issues to cope with climate change as …
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