AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoChina-Laos Military Cooperation: China says its new China-Laos Joint Support and Training Center and Friendship Aviation Academy are now operating at Ban Keun airport, aimed at training Laos air force pilots, while insisting the move is “not directed against any third party.” ASEAN Media Coordination: Laos hosted the 27th ASEAN committee culture and information sub-committee on information meeting in Vientiane, focusing on stronger regional media cooperation and tackling fake news amid rapid digital change. Laos Economy Watch: Laos inflation rose to 7.8% in September, with education and utility costs cited as key drivers. Regional Security/Justice: U.S. authorities reported 104 arrests in a Kansas ICE operation targeting noncitizens with criminal convictions, including a person identified as Lao, while rejecting claims of indiscriminate “sweeps.” Sports (Regional Spotlight): Vietnam topped the Southeast Asian Pencak Silat Championships, with Laos among participating countries, while Asian Games coverage highlighted medal action across archery and squash.
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