AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFlood Watch in Laos: Heavy rain is continuing to hit the country, with Savannakhet reporting flooding affecting at least 11 villages and over 10,000 people, while Sekong warned downstream communities about possible dam water releases as inflows rise. Regional Connectivity: Laos–China Railway has now handled more than 90 million tonnes of cargo since operations began in December 2021, with cross-border freight surpassing 21 million tonnes. Tourism Push: Laos welcomed 23,133 Japanese visitors in the first half of 2026, up 36%, as the government renews promotion efforts in Japan. Bilateral Cooperation: Laos and Vietnam met in Vientiane to deepen cooperation on cooperatives, agricultural trade, and market connectivity. Energy Transition: Laos is set to hold Clean Energy Day 2026 in Vientiane on Sept 3, focusing on renewable energy and clean investment to speed up the country’s energy shift. Golden Triangle Development: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone urged more sustainable development for the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone.
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