AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoInclusive Community Health in Laos: Laos’ Ministry of Health highlighted “Inclusive Community Health” at the Inclusion Champion Awards in Vientiane, spotlighting HIV/AIDS response, inclusive public health at Setthathirath Hospital, and community wellness work by TestVTE—aimed at cutting stigma and improving access for people regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, or social status. Laos Agri-Food & Nutrition Push: A new Laos project launched with the ADB and partners targets sustainable agri-food systems through 2030, with support for smallholder farmers, food safety certification, climate-resilient irrigation, and nutrition activities in 105 villages (via the World Food Programme). Soukchaleun Egg Supply Upgrade: Soukchaleun Farm is expanding an integrated chicken egg production chain (parent stock, chicks, pullets, and feed) to improve poultry health and hygiene, reduce costs, and strengthen domestic supply—plus planned technical support and possible egg buy-back schemes for farmers. Bangladesh–Laos Cooperation (Health Included): Bangladesh and Laos agreed to deepen trade and start labor recruitment talks, with discussions also covering healthcare cooperation alongside consular and education links. Public Health Safety Note (Rabies Testing): In Hawai‘i, a live opossum was captured at a freight warehouse and euthanized for rabies testing—an example of strict animal-to-human health protocols in transport settings.
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