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MI Highlights Sustainable Supply Chain Project at ESG Seminar

Mekong Institute (MI), represented by its Director of the Trade and Investment Facilitation Department, Mr. Madhurjya K. Dutta, participated in the seminar titled “ESG Practices for SMEs: Strategies for Thriving in the Global Green Market,” held on September 3, 2024, in Bangkok. The event brought together over 400 delegates from the business sector, government agencies, financial institutions, international organizations, and the academe to explore actionable strategies that enable SMEs to excel in the competitive market while adhering to ESG standards.

The seminar offered a series of insightful case studies and panel discussions aimed at providing participants with practical knowledge on ESG principles. Mr. Dutta contributed to a panel discussion on “Driving Growth: Strategies for Environmental Practices in SMEs,” where he highlighted MI’s newly launched project, the “Mekong Sustainable Supply Chains Transformation and Advancement.” Funded by the Association of Overseas Technical Services (AOTS) of Japan, the regional project aims to support 150 SME suppliers in establishing sustainable supply chains that comply with global ESG standards. The initiative will also provide access to technology solutions, finance, and markets while minimizing environmental footprints. The two-year pilot project will drive country-specific and regional efforts to establish a comprehensive ecosystem for the implementation of ESG practices in key sectors namely agriculture, auto manufacturing, and the textile industry.

The seminar was organized by the Office of SMEs Promotion (OSMEP), The Asia Foundation, and the Joint Foreign Chambers of Commerce in Thailand (JFCCT). It was part of the SMEs Go Global – Go Green Project, funded by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

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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.