Vientiane, Lao PDR | July 17 - 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of State is hosting an integrated, multi-partner symposium entitled Accelerating Science, Technology and Circular Innovation in Southeast Asia, in cooperation with the ASEAN Smart Cities Partnership (USASCP), Arizona State University, the Rochester Institute of Technology and other partners on July 17-19, 2024 at the Crowne Plaza, Lao PDR.

The Symposium is structured in three mutually reinforcing tracks including 1) smart sustainable cities; 2) cooperation in science, technology, and innovation; and 3) circular economy and entrepreneurship. It will bring together public and private sector actors involved in programming across multiple disciplines and urban sectors. Participants will benefit from shared program experiences, pilot city studies, and technical knowledge in the fields of climate resiliency, nature-based solutions, green buildings innovation, sustainable biotechnology, digitalization and connectivity, and circular economy and innovation. Participants will also have opportunities to socialize new ideas and innovations among professional networks.

Please refer to the Government of Lao PDR website to make arrangements for the appropriate visa, if needed.

Please note this symposium will be conducted entirely in English. English to Lao translation will be available for plenary sessions and select workshops.