AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoElectricity & Public Services: Laos’ “Battery of Southeast Asia” image is being tested as frequent power outages hit Vientiane, leaving families and even hospital equipment reliant on generators. US Trade Policy: The US Commerce Department finalized steep anti-dumping and countervailing duties on solar cells and panels from India, Indonesia and Laos, with Laos exporters facing final AD/CVD rates up to 65.43%/82.03% (and higher for named firms), while the US International Trade Commission will rule on injury on Oct 14. Energy Projects: A Lao-Chinese joint venture is preparing a 330-MW coal-fired plant in Xieng Khouang, targeting 2029 completion and selling power via EDL to support northern industrial demand. Construction & Skills: JORAKAY Tiler X Season 2 wrapped in Vientiane, with teams competing on waterproofing and tiling systems under a “From Local Talent to Global Standard” theme. UXO & Safety: Ahead of Laos hosting the 3rd Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions (Sept 14–18), 270+ delegates visited UXO clearance operations in Luang Prabang, highlighting ongoing contamination and clearance plans. Regional Connectivity: Asean is urged to prepare for China’s Pinglu Canal as a logistics shift that could reshape trade routes toward Southeast Asia.
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