Bangkok, Thailand – Businesses across the Mekong region are taking bold steps toward decarbonization following the successful completion of the Capacity Building for Decarbonization Acceleration held from February 17 to 19, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand. Designed to equip companies and suppliers with the knowledge and tools to meet global environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance …

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Siem Reap, Cambodia, February 13-14, 2025 – The Mekong Institute (MI), in partnership with the General Department for International Trade of Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce (MOC), successfully hosted a two-day Socialisation Workshop on the Implementation Plan for the Framework for Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, and Viet Nam (CLMV) Development. This event aimed to enhance awareness …

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Bangkok, Thailand – Mekong Institute (MI), in partnership with China Southern Power Grid Energy Development Research Institute (EDRI), is organizing a forum on “Lancang-Mekong Clean Energy Development.” The event is scheduled for February 24, 2025, from 08:30 to 17:00 (GMT+7), at Grand Center Point Terminal 21 Bangkok, Thailand. This event will serve as a platform to …

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Chiang Mai, Thailand – As climate challenges continue to reshape the future of food systems, the ASEAN Climate Resilience Network (ASEAN-CRN) marked a decade of transformative impact in the agriculture and forestry sectors. Held from January 22 to 24, 2025, at the Marriott Hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand, under the theme “Celebrating a Decade of …

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Bangkok, Thailand – The Mekong Institute (MI) is advancing its commitment to regional development by exploring its potential role in administering the Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Development Fund (ACMDF). On January 8, 2025, MI’s Executive Director, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, and Mr. Madhurjya K. Dutta, Director of the Trade and Investment Facilitation Department, met …

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Seoul, Republic of Korea, December 27, 2024 — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (ROK) celebrated emerging talent and cross-cultural exchange at the Mekong-ROK Video Contest awards ceremony held on December 11. The competition showcased creative works highlighting the dynamic relationship between South Korea and the Mekong region nations. From a …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – On December 26, 2024, the Mekong Institute (MI) hosted a momentous ceremony to formalise its partnership with the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (UEH), through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding. This strategic alliance signifies a shared commitment to fostering sustainable development and regional collaboration in the …

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia – The Mekong Institute (MI) convened its biannual Governing Board Meeting on December 16 and 17, 2024, hosted by the Royal Government of Cambodia. This two-day event commenced with a Special Steering Committee Meeting on December 16, chaired by Dr. Narongchai Akrasanee, Academic Representative to the MI Council. The following day featured …

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On December 20, Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn, Executive Director of the Mekong Institute (MI), hosted a luncheon to congratulate Ms. Busadee Santipitaks on her appointment as the incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat. Ms. Santipitaks will officially assume her role on January 17, 2025, marking a historic achievement as the …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – On December 19, 2024, the Mekong Institute (MI) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (ROK MOFA) at its headquarters in Khon Kaen. This visit was pivotal in reinforcing collaborative initiatives under the Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund (MKCF), where MI serves as the fund …

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