🎉 Celebrating 28 Years of Regional Cooperation and Development!  Today, Mekong Institute (MI) marks 28 years of dedicated service to the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). Established in 1996, MI has grown from a bilateral initiative to a recognized intergovernmental organization, uniting Cambodia, China, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam in their pursuit of shared …

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In a move to bolster regional energy cooperation, the Mekong Institute (MI) delegation met with China Southern Power Grid Co., Ltd. (CSG) on August 12 in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, where they were warmly received by Deputy General Manager Sun Li of CSG’s International Cooperation Department. The discussion focused on exploring ways to strengthen their …

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On August 15, 2024, the Mekong Institute (MI) and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) solidified a strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Ningde, Fujian Province, China. This agreement marks a step forward in their joint efforts to advance zero-carbon energy development across the Lancang-Mekong (LM) Region. The partnership aims to …

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Mekong Institute (MI) has been awarded the prestigious ICCA Appreciation Award at the ISAN MICE EXPO 2024, held on August 15, 2024, in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. Presented by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), this award recognizes MI’s contributions to advancing the goals of the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). MI is honored …

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Mekong Institute (MI) participated in the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi, India, from August 6 to 8, 2024. Organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, the summit focused on advancing multi-sectoral technical …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – In a vibrant celebration of unity and progress, the Mekong Institute (MI) and the Khon Kaen University (KKU) Centre for ASEAN Studies (CAS) collaborated to mark the 57th ASEAN Day. Held at KKU’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences on August 6, 2024, the event brought together over 200 participants, including …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – The Mekong Institute (MI) Council, the governing board and decision-making body of the institute, convened at the MI Headquarters on August 2, 2024, for the first of its bi-annual meetings this year. The meeting brought together leaders from the six Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) countries and key development partners, including representatives …

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Khon Kaen, 1 August 2024 – Mekong Institute (MI)’s 10th Mekong Forum continues to prove itself as a landmark event, with tech-savvy exhibit displays and cultural performances taking center stage at the two-day forum. A standout feature of this year’s event, the exhibit hosted nearly 30 tech organizations, startups, and research institutions showcasing their latest …

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As in its previous iterations, Mekong Institute (MI)’s Mekong Forum for 2024 has been a catalyst for discussions and new collaborative ideas shaping an inclusive digital future for the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). Held from July 31 to August 1, 2024, in Khon Kaen, Thailand, this year’s forum brought together approximately 300 stakeholders for knowledge …

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Khon Kaen City, 31 July 2024 – In a grand opening plenary, Mekong Institute (MI) and its partners convened about 300 stakeholders from over 25 countries for the 10th Mekong Forum. For more than a decade, this flagship annual event has served as a platform for dialogue and collaboration on sustainable development in the Greater …

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