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 …
With support from the Mekong – Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund (MKCF), Mekong Institute (MI) organized an inception meeting for the project on Sustainable and Smart Agricultural Supply Chain Development in Mekong Countries on December 9, 2021 through online platform. The project goal is to improve production effectiveness and efficiency, reduce post – harvest losses, …
To further strengthen the rice trade relationship of countries in the Greater Mekong Subregion, a five-day online Regional Training Program on Food Safety and Market Access for Rice in the Lancang-Mekong Region was organized by Mekong Institute and the Rice Department of Thailand on November 22-26, 2021. Supported by the Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Special Fund, …
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From November 1, 2021 to November 4, 2021, a workshop entitled “Sharing of Experiences, Best Practices, and Lessons Learned in Controlling COVID-19 Outbreaks between Republic of Korea (ROK) and Mekong Countries” is hosted by Chulalongkorn University Institute of Asian Studies and Seoul National University Asia Center. This workshop was supported by Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation …
WRITTEN BY MEKONG INSTITUTE’S TRADE AND INVESTMENT FACILITATION DEPARTMENT The Lancang-Mekong (LM) countries are among the fastest-growing economies in Asia. They have become a strategic economic power house, connecting to the ASEAN and the rest of Asia including the belt and road initiative. Among other initiatives, economic cooperation and integration strategies in the LM countries …
Mekong Institute (MI) organized an online dissemination workshop on “Core trade infrastructure and facilities in border areas of the Lancang-Mekong countries” on October 22. The workshop was held as part of “Study on Core Trade Infrastructure and Facilities in Border Areas of the Lancang-Mekong Countries” with an aim to present and validate study results and …
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 …
MI SPOTLIGHTS POVERTY ALLEVIATION STRATEGIES FOR RESILIENT RECOVERY Read More »
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 …
WRITTEN BY MEKONG INSTITUTE’S TRADE AND INVESTMENT FACILITATION DEPARTMENT Mekong Institute (MI) in cooperation with the Fika and Sustainability Initiative, Thai Federation of SME, Industrial Promotion Center Region 5, organized an online national workshop on “Investment Opportunities in Economic Zones of Thailand” on October 2, 2021. The workshop aimed to share management and investment opportunities …
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WRITTEN BY MEKONG INSTITUTE’S TRADE AND INVESTMENT DEPARTMENT Mekong Institute (MI) in cooperation with the General Department of Logistics, Ministry of Public Works and Transport of Cambodia, organized a national virtual workshop on “Investment Opportunities in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Cambodia” on September 21, 2021. The aim of the workshop was to update information …
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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.