AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildlife crackdown: Laos seized over 60 kg of suspected illegal wildlife products in Luang Prabang and intercepted 294 live animals in Champasak, including turtles, pythons and lizards, after operations targeting trafficking routes. Bears rescued from bile farm: A Singapore-based NGO helped extract 27 moon bears from an illegal bile farm in Laos after the operation was shut down, moving the animals to a wildlife sanctuary. Mekong wildlife trafficking exposed: Laos and Thailand border enforcement uncovered a major trafficking ring, with seizures ranging from ivory-like items and pangolin materials to rhino horn-like products and live animals. Super El Niño warning: Reports say a “super El Niño” is forming, with sea temperatures far above average and fears of drought and flooding that could disrupt Asia’s food supply, including in the region. Agriculture & environment cooperation: Laos and Russia agreed to strengthen agricultural technology transfer and environmental management, including irrigation, breeding, and sanitary and phytosanitary measures. UXO clearance coordination: Laos reviewed 2026 progress and priorities for unexploded ordnance clearance with UNDP and national stakeholders, focusing on budgets, operators and quality assurance. Media shift with AI: Laos launched AI and mobile journalism training to modernize news production, as officials warn traditional outlets must adapt fast to stay relevant.
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