AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS–Laos Deportation: U.S. DHS says it deported Tou Lue Vang, a Laotian man convicted in 2006 of repeatedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl, after Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked his legal status following a Minnesota pardon. Regional Security: A 166th joint Mekong patrol by Myanmar, China, Laos and Thailand wrapped up after 12 days targeting drug crimes and cross-border offences including online fraud and trafficking. Women’s Economic Empowerment: The Lao Women’s Union held a two-day seminar to strengthen women entrepreneurs, improve access to financing, and support small and medium business development nationwide. Sports: Malaysia’s women’s team drew 1-1 with Laos in the AFF Women’s Cup opener, with Laos scoring first and Malaysia equalising in the second half. Environment & Livelihoods: Fishermen in Champasak Province continued harvesting fish along the Mekong, underscoring the river’s role in local jobs and food supply.
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