MYANMAR BUSINESS SURVEY : DATA ANALYSIS POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Written by Mekong Institute   Myanmar is emerging from decades of military rule, central planning and economic isolation as it implements political and economic reforms and, as a result, faces fewer international sanctions. The country has great potential for rapid development due to its vast natural resources, abundant labour force and geostrategic location Capitalizing on these …

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3RD INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR AND BUSINESS MATCHING

Written by Mekong Institute   The Mekong Institute (MI) in cooperation with the provincial government of Khon Kaen province successfully organized the 3rd International Seminar and Business Matching on “Enhancing Silk Sector’s Competitiveness in Technology and Market through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)” on September 9-10, 2015 at Pullman Raja Orchid Hotel and Convention Center, Khon Kaen. …

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INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR CUM BUSINESS MATCHING ON SILK DEVELOPMENT

Written by Mekong Institute   The Mekong Institute (MI) in cooperation with the provincial government of KhonKaen province successfully organized an “International Seminar Cum Business Matching on Silk Development” on September 12-13, 2014, Centara Hotel and Convention Center, KhonKaen. The event aimed at enhancing the capability and fulfilling the potential of silk businesses in the Greater …

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ENHANCING PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE CAPACITIES IN TRADE AND INVESTMENT FACILITATION ALONG THE GMS NORTH-SOUTH ECONOMIC CORRIDOR (R3A & R3B)

Written by Mekong Institute   With support from the ASEAN China Cooperation Fund, the Mekong Institute implemented the one-year project on ”Enhancing Provincial and Local Chambers of Commerce Capacities in Trade and Investment Facilitation along the GMS North-South Economic Corridor (R3A & R3B)” from July 2014 to June 2015. The project comprised of three components with …

ENHANCING PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE CAPACITIES IN TRADE AND INVESTMENT FACILITATION ALONG THE GMS NORTH-SOUTH ECONOMIC CORRIDOR (R3A & R3B) Read More »

CERTIFIED LOGISTICS MASTER PHASE 1

Written by Mekong Institute   With support from the Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund, Mekong Institute (MI) is implementing a three-year project on ‘Certified Logistics Master’. MI has completed the first phase of the project from July 2015 to September 2015.The phase I of the project comprised of four components for capacity development purpose; including setting …

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THE COMPILATION OF THE ATLAS OF GEOGRAPHIC NAMES ON THE CHANNEL OF THE LANCANG-MEKONG RIVER

Written by Mekong Institute   P. R. China, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Thailand are signatories to the 2000 Agreement for Coordinated Operation and Development of International Navigation on the Lancang-Mekong River and are all members of the Joint Committee on Coordination of Commercial Navigation on the Mekong-Lancang River (JCCCN), set up under the 2000 agreement. English …

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A NEW POLICY FRAMEWORK FOR MYANMAR’S SME DEVELOPMENT

Written by Mekong Institute   Myanmar’s emergence from decades of isolation provides an opportunity to learn from the experiences of its neighbours to guide its economic transition and achieve strong and inclusive growth. The development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is an effective mechanism in achieving socioeconomic growth, but Myanmar poses a list of challenges …

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A POLICY PERSPECTIVE ON SME CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT IN CLMV COUNTRIES

Written by Mekong Institute   Promotion of new SME clusters and development of existing ones are important for overall development of the economy of a country. Policy support to ensure development of SME in form of clusters can go a long way in improving their competitiveness by ensuring dynamic linkages to create opportunities. Therefore, it is …

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CAPACITY BUILDING FOR THE INTEGRATION OF CLMV ECONOMIES INTO ASEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY

Written by Mekong Institute   The Mekong Institute (MI) conducted a one-week Regional Training Cum Workshop on “Trade Negotiation and Trade Policy Development” from 5th – 9th August 2013 at its Residential Training Center in Khon Kaen, Thailand. This regional training program is part of the three-year project on “Capacity Building for the Integration of CLMV …

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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.