AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPRAGATI 2026 Launch: India kicked off the two-week multilateral exercise PRAGATI 2026 at Umroi in Meghalaya, bringing together 12 countries—including Laos—to drill counter-terrorism in jungle and semi-mountain terrain, with joint planning and coordinated operations aimed at boosting interoperability. Secret Air War Push: Ahead of Memorial Day, the CAVWV renewed calls for U.S. action on the “forgotten warriors” of America’s secret Laos air war, citing a CIA response and urging Congress to step in. Laos in the Spotlight—Archaeology: A new study reports a massive ancient “death jar” on Laos’ Plain of Jars containing remains of at least 37 people, adding fresh detail to one of Southeast Asia’s biggest mysteries. Regional Crime Link: Thailand police say heroin smuggled from Laos was tied to a Nigerian romance scam network that allegedly used Thai women to distribute drugs. Vietnam Investment Abroad: Vietnam’s outbound investment hit about $714m in early 2026, with Laos listed as the top destination.
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