AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoASEAN–Russia Diplomacy: Lao PM Sonexay Siphandone met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Russia–ASEAN summit in Kazan, reaffirming friendship and pledging deeper cooperation in regional and international forums. Mekong Cooperation: China and Laos signed a Lancang–Mekong Cooperation special fund agreement for 2026, aimed at supporting small and medium projects across the Mekong region, including Laos. UXO Clearance Oversight: Laos’ foreign ministry chaired a meeting reviewing UXO clearance progress in the first half of 2026 and setting priorities for the rest of the year with UNDP and national stakeholders. Health & Social Services: Mahosot Hospital launched a free cleft lip and palate surgery programme in Laos under the “Mother’s Smile – Love in Laos” 2026 project, with registration open until 20 November. Public Health Milestone: Laos marked the 61st Lao Medical Day, highlighting over six decades of health-sector progress and ongoing challenges like noncommunicable diseases and thalassemia. Youth & Media: A nationwide Lao poetry competition was launched ahead of Laos’ first National Mass Media Conference, with 7 million kip in prizes. Wildlife Crackdown: Laos seized over 60 kg of suspected illegal wildlife products in Luang Prabang and intercepted 294 live animals in Champasak, as enforcement against trafficking intensifies.
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