Mekong Institute (MI), in collaboration with China Southern Power Grid Lancang-Mekong Energy Consulting (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. (MECC), is pleased to announce the upcoming event titled “Powering the Future: Tech-Driven Energy Solutions in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS).” This event will be held on November 28, 2024, at Crowned Plaza Vientiane Hotel, Vientiane, Lao PDR. This …
Kunming, China – The Mekong Institute (MI) showed its steadfast commitment to transforming agrifood systems in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) during the 3rd GMS Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting (GMS AMM-3) held from November 19-22 in Kunming, China. MI, represented by its Executive Director, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, actively contributed to key discussions aimed at fostering sustainable, …
On November 18, 2024, the Steering Committee of the Mekong Sustainable Supply Chains Transformation and Advancement (MEKONGSUSTAIN) project convened to discuss strategies for supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in implementing plans to eliminate carbon emissions. The meeting looked into challenges faced by enterprises in adopting Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards and explored ways …
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Khon Kaen, Thailand – On November 18, 2024, the Mekong Institute (MI), under the leadership of Mrs. Guohua Liu, Director of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Department, welcomed a delegation from Chulalongkorn University’s Social Research Institute (CUSRI). The CUSRI team, led by Dr. Pornpod Sridan, head of the BCG Towards Sustainable Development Research Unit, visited …
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Fujian Province in China, November 5-6, 2024 -Capitalizing on a recently signed partnership with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), the Mekong Institute (MI) co-hosted a “High-Level Forum on Zero Carbon Energy Development in Asia” that explored solutions and strengthened partnerships toward the Lancang-Mekong region’s transition to a zero-carbon future. Held from November 5 to …
Khon Kaen, Thailand – The Mekong Institute (MI), in collaboration with China Southern Power Grid Lancang-Mekong International Co., Ltd. (CSG-LMI), hosted the Regional Workshop on Promoting Effective Corporate Governance for Power Enterprises on November 15, 2024. The event attracted over 37 participants from Cambodia, China, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam, representing government agencies, power enterprises, …
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November 14, 2024, Khon Kaen, Thailand – The Mekong Institute (MI) and the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Institute (CAREC Institute) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen regional cooperation and enhance capacity building across the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) and Central Asia. The online signing ceremony, held on November 14, marks the …
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On November 12, 2024, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director of the Mekong Institute (MI), paid a courtesy visit to Mr. Sarat Prakobchat, the Deputy Director General (DDG) of the Energy Policy and Planning Office (EPPO) at the Ministry of Energy, Thailand. During the meeting, Mr. Suriyan provided an overview of MI and its energy portfolio, …
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Kunming Province, Yunnan, China – Mekong Institute (MI) is enhancing its academic and research collaboration with Yunnan University, a key partner in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Knowledge Network. On November 8, 2024, led by Executive Director Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, the MI delegation visited Yunnan University in Kunming, China, where they were warmly welcomed by …
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Kunming, Yunnan Province, China – Mekong Institute (MI) Executive Director Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn emphasized the critical role of subnational governments in advancing regional cooperation and integration initiatives during the 2024 Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) Governors Forum, held from November 6 to 7 in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. The forum, organized annually by the People’s Government of …
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Director, Sustainable Energy & Environment (SEE) Department
Mrs. Liu Guohua is the Director of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Department at the Mekong Institute. Prior to this role, she worked in the Department of International Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, where she played a key role in shaping and implementing China’s cooperation strategies with UN development agencies. During this time, Mrs. Liu was actively involved in advancing initiatives related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on climate change and green development. Additionally, she contributed to the evaluation of projects funded by various Chinese initiatives, such as the Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund, Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Special Fund, etc.
In addition to her work in the Department of International Economic Affairs, Mrs. Liu has an extensive diplomatic background. She spent 7 years in the Department of African Affairs, followed by a 4-year tenure at the Chinese Embassy in Lao PDR, where she gained deep expertise in both Southeast Asian and African affairs. These diverse experiences have played a crucial role in shaping her approach to sustainable development and international collaboration, particularly in building regional partnerships and tackling global challenges like climate change.
She holds a Master’s degree in Economics, with a specialization in Finance, from the Central University of Finance and Economics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, specializing in International Economics and Trade, from the Shanghai University of International Business and Economics.