Selected environmental stories from media outlets in the Mekong region and beyond.
Local people, farmers and civil society organisations who have experienced a shortage of water, observe that water shortage often becomes a political issue used to justify unfair water distribution and access.
https://www.eastasiaforum.org/2020/03/20/thailands-water-shortage-and-inequality-crisis/
While it is still too early to tell how China’s approach will affect Mekong water governance, theoretical and empirical evidence tends to suggest that it presents both opportunities and risks.
Drought and saltwater intrusion in rivers are putting great pressure on Vietnam’s agriculture and aquaculture hub, the Mekong Delta.
In addition to the evidence of environmental damage caused by the dam, the plaintiffs also request that the court issue an injunction to suspend the power purchase agreement.
Based on the water availability in their localities, they should switch crops and restructure agriculture and comply with relevant agencies’ recommendations.
With disaster management efforts just now underway, the Plain of Jars is an important example of safeguarding World Heritage.
The Myanmar and Japanese governments are working together to deliver clean, drinkable water to millions of Yangon residents and end groundwater use, but the city’s poorest households may miss out on the benefits.
