Workshop on Agri-food Trade, Value Chain and Green Financing in ASEAN  ASEAN-CGIAR Innovate for Food regional program (IFRP)

BACKGROUND The ASEAN-CGIAR Innovate for Food regional program (IFRP) was officially launched  during the 45th AMAF by CGIAR, AMS representatives and other key stakeholders.  Consisting of eight intervention packages, the IFRP will involve the participation of all 10  ASEAN Member States (AMS) especially in activities that involve cross-country learning.  This workshop will focus on two …

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Regional Training Program on Preservation and Packaging for Safer Food

Course Objective A 10-day training program aimed at strengthening the knowledge and understanding on the selection of food preservation, packaging and application of food labeling approaches for safe and quality food and to promote application of best practices in enhancing safety, quality, market access and profitability of food products and minimize loss in the food …

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Training on Developing Financial Solutions for Climate-Resilient Agricultural Value Chains

BACKGROUND The Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation and climate change challenges. As one of the world’s most diverse and dynamic agricultural hubs, the region faces unique risks related to climate variability and extreme weather events. Its dependency on natural resources and agriculture makes it particularly susceptible to climate-induced risks …

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Regional Workshop Cum Structural Learning Visit along the Economic Corridor in Thailand, Lao PDR and Cambodia

BACKGROUND Since 1998, the Greater Mekong Subregion has been using economic corridors to promote economic growth and development that goes beyond the impact of a road or highway project. In recent years, the establishment of Economic Corridors has resulted in an enhanced level of connectivity within the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) and beyond to Lancang-Mekong …

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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.