AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCybercrime Law: Laos presented a revised cybercrime bill to the National Assembly, updating rules to address AI-enabled scams, data theft, deepfakes and online fraud. Census: The government released 2025 census results, counting 6.74 million residents and estimating the population at 7.24 million; officials said the data will guide development planning. Drug Inquiry: Philippine police have summoned more than 21 people in an investigation into a 521-kilogram meth shipment seized at Luang Prabang airport, seeking statements from people with varying levels of suspected involvement. Public Finances: The National Assembly urged stronger revenue collection and tighter oversight of public investment, concessions and mineral extraction as it reviewed 2026 plans and 2027 priorities. Regional Ties: Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith discussed trade, investment and clean energy with Singapore’s leader and met a South Korean delegation on business cooperation. Earlier, Laos joined the CICA regional forum as a full member during President Thongloun Sisoulith’s visit to Azerbaijan.
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