AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUN Diplomacy: Laos’ Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane opened the 81st UN General Assembly General Debate in New York, urging action on peace, inequality, climate and AI risks. Scam Crackdown & Money Laundering: Laos and Thailand held talks on money laundering linked to scam centres, as Laos pushes to strengthen anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing rules with targets set for January 2027. Economic Outlook: The Asian Development Bank forecasts Laos growth at 4% in 2026, rising to 4.5% in 2027, citing easing inflation and steadier exchange rates, while warning of external shock risks. Health Cooperation: A China-Laos “Peace Train-2026” medical team completed a seven-day mission across four Lao locations, delivering 6,275 patient visits and free specialist care. Regional Connectivity: China’s newly opened Pinglu Canal is already cutting shipping times for Laos-linked cargo and boosting trade flows between China and ASEAN. Sports (Regional Spotlight): Nepal’s Tenzing Sherpa won karate bronze at the Asian Games by beating Laos’ Xayasan Vatthana 9-1, adding a rare medal highlight for Laos-linked competition.
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