MI CONDUCTS THE SECOND CHINA-FUNDED WORKSHOP ON FINTECH AND DIGITAL PAYMENT INCLUSION FOR MSMES IN LANCANG-MEKONG COUNTRIES

To highlight the successes, opportunities, and barriers in adoption of innovative financial solutions in the region and to share good practices in the current state of digital innovation and Fintech for the Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Lancang-Mekong Countries, the Mekong Institute (MI), with support from the People’s Government of the People’s …

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MI AND DEPA JOIN HANDS IN THE PROMOTION OF DIGITAL ECONOMY IN THE MEKONG SUBREGION

December 29, 2021, Bangkok – Mekong Institute (MI) and The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA) formalize today a new landmark cooperation agreement to jointly promote digital economy for a better connected, prosperous and resilient Mekong subregion. The signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding between the two organizations is led by MI’s Executive Director Mr. …

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CHINA AND MI HOLD WORKSHOP TO FOSTER DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY IN THE LANCANG-MEKONG COUNTRIES

With support from the Government of the People’s Republic of China, Mekong Institute (MI) conducted the “Digital Connectivity in the Lancang-Mekong Countries” workshop, which provided a knowledge sharing platform to discuss issues and experiences related to digital connectivity in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSMEs) sector.  Held online from December 20 to 22, the workshop …

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THAILAND’S SUCCESS IN OVOP ECOSYSTEM TO BE SCALED UP IN CLV

Banking on the milestones of Thailand in implementing the “One Village One Product (OVOP)” and the potential of community and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Greater Mekong Sub-region, Mekong Institute (MI), together with the AEM-METI Economic and Industrial Cooperation Committee (AMEICC), is implementing an eight-month project to support the OVOP ecosystem in Cambodia, …

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THE 9TH MEKONG-ROK BUSINESS FORUM

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of government is crucial for the survival of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The facilitation needed to enhance overall business activities and the growth of MSMEs require an intricate inter-governmental framework, and the Mekong-ROK cooperation is one of those frameworks. Speaking at the 9th Mekong -Republic of Korea …

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MI AND CHINA CONDUCT ONLINE TRAINING ON POVERTY ALLEVIATION IN THE LANCANG-MEKONG REGION

To promote effective poverty alleviation initiatives through sharing of good practices and lessons-learned in the region, Mekong Institute (MI), with support from the People’s Republic of China, conducted an online regional training program titled “Targeted Poverty Alleviation for Better Life in the Lancang-Mekong Region: Sharing Experiences” on December 13-24, 2021.   Twenty-nine participants from government agencies, …

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MI SPOTLIGHTS POVERTY ALLEVIATION STRATEGIES FOR RESILIENT RECOVERY

Continuing on its mission to support the long-term recovery of the Lancang-Mekong subregion, Mekong Institute (MI) pooled best strategies in designing sustainable mechanisms to protect development gains, while targeting multidimensional socioeconomic needs of those gravely impacted by the protracted global health crisis. “COVID-19 brought to the fore our interconnectedness. As we work to rebuild our …

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MEKONG-KOREA REGIONAL FORUM REAFFIRMED THE IMPORTANCE OF CLOSER PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION

WRITTEN BY MEKONG INSTITUTE’S TRADE AND INVESTMENT FACILITATION DEPARTMENT The Mekong–Republic of Korea (ROK) is in a unique position to address challenges arising out of COVID-19 pandemic since it has put emphasis on people-centered partnership as its core value in tandem with peace and prosperity of the sub-region. said H.E. Ms. Arunrung Phothong Humphreys, Ambassador …

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MI PUSHES FOR A GREEN-GROWTH DRIVEN MEKONG

“Mekong Institute (MI) is vested in doing development that lasts. We are committed in advancing economic growth, while safeguarding the subregion’s natural resources for the well-being of people today and tomorrow.”  This was the driving message of Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, MI Executive Director, at the International Symposium on Ecosystem Restoration for Green and Peace Asia …

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A DECADE OF MEKONG-REPUBLIC OF KOREA COOPERATION

The Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation has achieved historic gains since the “Mekong-Han River Declaration” in 2011, cementing its integral position in fostering public-private collaboration, cross-country information exchange, and solution-finding initiatives for deeper cooperation and socioeconomic growth. To commemorate 10 years of Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation, an online forum titled “From Cooperation to Strategic Partnership: A …

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Mrs. Guohua Liu

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.