WORKSHOP ON GMS POWER SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PROGRESS AND INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT

Innovation and Technological Connectivity

Twenty-seven representatives from Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) power authorities and utilities joined the workshop on ‘GMS Power Science & Technology Progress and Innovative Development’ on August 21-22, 2018 at the MI Residential Training Center. The one and half day workshop aimed to enhance the understanding of science and technology research and development application in the power sector of the GMS countries. Organized with the support of Yunnan Power Grid Co., Ltd. (YNPG), the event is part of MI’s six-year collaborative project with YNPG that sets out to develop the regions’ technical capacity in energy technology.  

The workshop featured country presentations on the current situation of science and technology innovation for power grid, and scientific and technological achievements and applications in the energy sector, such as the use of x-ray visual technology for power equipment diagnosis, and technologies research and equipment development for safety precaution.

The key points on the specific technologies raised by participants during the workshop will be considered for incorporation in the professional training on ‘New Technologies Application for Power Grid Development’ on October 22-November 2, 2018 to be held in Kunming, China.  

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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.