MI Co-Hosts “Powering the Future: Tech-Driven Energy Solutions in the Greater Mekong Subregion” Upcoming Event

Mekong Institute (MI), in collaboration with China Southern Power Grid Lancang-Mekong Energy Consulting (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. (MECC), is pleased to announce the upcoming event titled “Powering the Future: Tech-Driven Energy Solutions in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS).” This event will be held on November 28, 2024, at Crowned Plaza Vientiane Hotel, Vientiane, Lao PDR.

This landmark event aims to catalyze the region’s energy transition by spotlighting cutting-edge technologies, sharing successful national practices, and fostering regional cooperation. Set against the backdrop of the GMS’s rapid economic expansion and growing energy needs, the workshop will serve as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation.

Event Highlights:

  • Emerging Technologies: Discover advanced energy solutions that improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
  • Best Practices: Learn from successful national initiatives that can be scaled regionally to address shared energy challenges.
  • Regional Cooperation: Engage with policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to foster partnerships for transformative change.

Who Should Attend:
The event welcomes government officials, private sector leaders, researchers, and development practitioners from the GMS, particularly those working in energy transition, technology, and digital innovation.

As the GMS navigates its journey toward renewable energy, this event will underscore the critical role of innovation and collaboration in shaping a sustainable future.

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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.