The Mekong Institute (MI) recently convened National Collaboration Events for the Mekong CONNECT project across Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Viet Nam, and Thailand. These crucial events served as a platform to foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, validate technologies, and establish a Community of Practice, marking a significant step toward resilient and inclusive food systems in the Mekong …

Mekong CONNECT Project National Collaboration Events Drive Agricultural Modernization Across Mekong Region Read More »

The Mekong Institute (MI) was honored to participate in the Isan Creativity and Innovation Summit (ICIS) 2025, held from July 5–6 at Khon Kaen University, Thailand. Organized under the theme of promoting creativity, innovation, and soft power, the event gathered leaders from government, academia, the private sector, and development organizations to explore new pathways for …

MI Highlights Cultural Innovation and Regional Growth at ICIS 2025 Read More »

June 30 – July 4, 2025, Khon Kaen, Thailand — The Mekong Institute (MI) welcomed 22 dynamic participants from five of the Mekong region’s most iconic heritage cities—Siem Reap (Cambodia), Luang Prabang (Lao PDR), Bagan (Myanmar), Ayutthaya (Thailand), and Hue (Viet Nam)—to a five-day regional Training cum Workshop on Creative Content Creation and Digital Marketing …

Empowering Creative Entrepreneurs in World Heritage Sites Through Digital Marketing and Content Creation Read More »

On June 30, 2025, the Mekong Institute (MI) had the honor of welcoming His Excellency Mr. Park Yong Min, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea (ROK) to Thailand, and his delegation to its headquarters in Khon Kaen, Thailand. The visit began with a warm welcome and staff introductions led by Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, MI Executive …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand | June 30, 2025 — The Mekong Institute (MI) welcomed Mr. Inthasone Thirakul, Steering Committee Member for Lao PDR, along with representatives from the Lao Coordinating Agency, to its Secretariat in Khon Kaen as part of preparations for Lao PDR’s assumption of the MI Council Chairmanship for the term August 2025 to …

Lao PDR Prepares for MI Council Leadership During Strategic Visit to MI Read More »

Study Dissemination Meeting Highlights Strategic Partnership and Pathways for Regional Resilience June 25, 2025 – The Mekong Institute (MI), and the United Kingdom (UK)’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) jointly convened a Study Dissemination Meeting to present the findings of a joint research initiative, “Strategic Directions in Addressing Global Issues Impacting the Greater Mekong …

MI and UK Forge Stronger Ties to Address Critical Challenges in the Mekong Region Read More »

Bangkok, June 25, 2025 – Mekong Institute (MI) Executive Director, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, participated as a panelist at the “EXIM Thailand and SINOSURE: A Further Step of Business Partnership 2025” seminar, held at Capella Bangkok. The high-level event convened over 120 Thai and Chinese entrepreneurs and policymakers to explore trade and investment opportunities that support …

MI Executive Director Participates in High-Level Thailand-China Trade Partnership Panel, Contributing to Regional Economic Integration Dialogue Read More »

Showcase your circular, care, and creative economy solutions at Mekong Institute’s flagship annual event. Join us as an exhibitor at Mekong Forum 2025 We invite innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations to an engaging exhibition space that will spotlight the rising impact of the circular, care, and creative economies in shaping an inclusive and resilient GMS. Showcase …

Showcase Your Innovation at Mekong Forum 2025: Apply Now to Exhibit! Read More »

From June 18 to 19, 2025 Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director of the Mekong Institute (MI), visited the Center for International Studies on Development and Governance (CISDG), Zhejiang & Zhejiang University. The visit was hosted by Dr. Gong Sen, Director of CISDG, who held in-depth discussions with Mr. Suriyan. The two sides signed a Memorandum …

MI Strengthens Strategic Cooperation with CISDG, Zhejiang & Zhejiang University to Promote Digital Transformation and Inclusive Development in the Lancang-Mekong Region Read More »

On June 17, 2025, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director of the Mekong Institute (MI), met with Mr. Zhang Mianrong, President of the Energy Development and Research Institute (EDRI), China Southern Power Grid (CSG), in Guangzhou. The two sides engaged in an in-depth discussion and signed a strategic cooperation agreement to strengthen joint efforts in clean …

MI and EDRI Sign MoU to Advance Clean Energy and Regional R&D Collaboration in the Energy Sector Read More »