AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoASEAN–Russia Summit in Kazan: Lao PM Sonexay Siphandone met President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the 35th ASEAN–Russia Relations Summit, reaffirming Laos–Russia friendship and pledging to deepen cooperation in regional and international forums. Health & Social Services: Laos launched a free cleft lip and palate surgery project for underprivileged patients, with registration open until 20 November 2026, and marked the 61st anniversary of Lao Medical Day, highlighting progress and ongoing public health priorities. Youth, Media & Culture: The Lao Youth mass media wing rolled out a nationwide Lao poetry contest ahead of the first National Mass Media Conference, with submissions running 15–30 June and prizes totaling 7 million kip. Cybercrime Crackdown: Laos intensified enforcement against online scam networks, reporting the dismantling of 20 electronic fraud operations and detention of 2,652 suspects since January, alongside expanded public awareness and tighter border checks. Agriculture Cooperation: Laos and Russia agreed to strengthen ties in agriculture and environmental management, including technology transfer and closer work on sanitary and phytosanitary measures to boost food security. Wildlife Rescue (Regional): A Singaporean NGO helped rescue 27 moon bears from an illegal bile farm in Laos, moving them to a wildlife sanctuary after the operation was shut down.
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