June 28, 2024 – Vientiane, Lao PDR & July 1, 2024 – Bung Khla Sub-district, Bueng Kan Province, Thailand The national pilot projects under the “Triangular Cooperation Project on Sustainable Development in the Lower Mekong River Basin based on the Water-Energy-Food Nexus for 2021-2025” (RoK UNOSSC Facility Phase 3), also known as the “P-LINK” project, …

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Aiming to drive economic growth through enhanced competencies of professionals in the Lancang-Mekong (LM) region, Mekong Institute (MI), with the support of the People’s Government of Yunnan Province, China, gathered 25 LM government officials from May 13 to 24, 2024, for a regional training program on human resource development (HRD). The two-week program featured four …

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The International MSME Day was celebrated in Vientiane, Lao PDR, on June 24, 2024, hosted by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) and the World Bank. This significant event, which recognizes the contributions and challenges of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) globally, brought together over 200 participants from the 10 ASEAN member countries. …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – Mekong Institute (MI), in collaboration with the Department of Intellectual Property of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility, Lao PDR, launched a program aimed at supporting women entrepreneurs of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Lao PDR in trademark development. This initiative …

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MI is thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for development organizations, tech companies, startups, and research institutions to showcase their cutting-edge digital innovations, tools, and initiatives during the Mekong Forum 2024! Event Dates: July 31 – August 1, 2024 Location: Pullman Raja Orchid Hotel, Khon Kaen, Thailand Cost: FREE for ExhibitorsThis is your chance to …

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After a historic event in Kunming, China, Mekong Institute is thrilled to bring back its flagship annual event to Khon Kaen, Thailand! Join us for the 10th edition of the Mekong Forum from July 31 to August 1, 2024, with the theme “Breaking Through New Horizons: Digitalization, Innovation, and Technology in the GMS.” This year, …

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On June 14, 2024, Mekong Institute (MI) Executive Director Mr. Suriyan Vichitlekarn welcomed Ms. Pawinrat Mahaguna, Chief of Khon Kaen Passport Office, to MI Headquarters. They discussed ways to work together, focusing on mutual support and partnership, particularly in the context of international relations and regional cooperation. As a representative of the Ministry of Foreign …

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Khon Kaen, Thailand – To strengthen its position as a center of excellence in the Mekong region, the Mekong Institute (MI) has completed a capacity-building training program aimed at enhancing its institutional capabilities and service offerings which are crucial as it prepares to assume back-office support responsibilities for the Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) …

MI Gears Up through Enhancing its Staff Capacity to Support ACMECS Read More »

Call for ExhibitorsMekong Institute is thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for tech companies, startups, and research institutions to exhibit their cutting-edge digital innovations, tools, and applications during the Mekong Forum 2024 to be held from July 31 – August 1 at Pullman Khon Kaen Raja Orchid Hotel, Khon Kaen, Thailand. Who should exhibit?We are …

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