AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS Trade: The US Commerce Department has finalized steep anti-dumping and countervailing duties on solar cells and panels from India, Indonesia and Laos, setting anti-dumping margins of 123.04% (India), 94.36% (Indonesia) and 65.43% (Laos), with countervailing duties up to 126.09% (India) and ranges including 82.03–153.67% for Laos; the US International Trade Commission will decide injury on Oct. 14. Mekong Governance: Laos and Vietnam senior officials wrapped a Mekong–Australia Partnership masterclass in Luang Prabang, focusing on responsible public administration, smart villages, digital transition, anti-money laundering and one-stop investment facilitation. Energy Projects: A Lao-Chinese joint venture is preparing a 330-MW coal-fired power plant in Xieng Khouang, targeting completion in 2029 with an estimated US$202.95m investment. Connectivity & Culture: The China–Laos Railway saw cross-border passenger traffic rise over 50%, while Luang Prabang hosted traditional boat racing with 27 boats. Local Industry: In Vientiane, JORAKAY Tiler X Season 2 ended with Team Aiy Sun LMP winning and aiming “local talent to global standard.”
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