Pitted against the wounded ego of Beijing and the anger of Chinese hydropower investors are very high stakes on Myanmar’s side of the fence: national pride, self-determination.
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Sustaining the heartbeat of the Mekong Basin
Moving from hydro to solar could protect the Tonle Sap Lake, the world’s largest freshwater fishery.
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Coral Reefs Are Now In Danger Of Getting Diseases Caused By Plastic Pollution In The Oceans
The Coral Reefs Are Now In Danger Of Getting Diseases Caused By Plastic Pollution In The Oceans
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Breath in Thailand and die sooner: research
On average, Bangkokians will live 2.4 years less, while people in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai will respectively see 3.6 and 3.9 fewer summers
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Will China decide the future of Myanmar’s rivers?
Local people have their own set of demands. They are calling for transparency, public participation, and meaningful decision-making power in resource governance.
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Cambodia, Laos, VN work to remove obstacles to cross-border trade
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Saltwater intrusion hits Mekong Delta
This year saltwater intrusion is expected to be more serious than last year and the salt content higher as well
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Lack of clarity on scrapping Mekong rapids blasting raises concerns
This is the second time that Foreign Minister Don has made a similar promise. Communities want credible proof about the enforcement of this announcement.
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China drops plan to blast Mekong islets
China has agreed to drop a plan to clear rocky outcrops and islets in the upper reaches of the Mekong River in the face of deep concern expressed by downstream countries
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Zero waste: one Thai community gets rid of it all without burning.
Ban Paen Pong Chai, which covers 10 villages in Lampang’s Chae Hom district, has emerged as a shining example for others to follow.