China has seized on Myanmar’s renewed international pariah status to push forward its corridor ambition, recently signing a Memorandum of Understanding on the so-called “China-Myanmar Economic Corridor”, or CMEC.
Category: Myanmar
Thousands of dead mussels pile up in Kyaukphyu Township
In the past, live mussels were found in the mud after water receded. Now locals who collect mussels are suffering from skin diseases also.
Coal plan sparks ire as Myanmar struggles to keep lights on
Opposition to a planned $3 billion coal-fired power plant in eastern Myanmar is highlighting the challenges facing ’s government in crafting a coherent energy policy in one of Asia’s poorest and most electricity-starved countries.
Activists blast Myanmar timber deal: ‘There is no transparency at all’
It’s a “shadowy agreement” made by the Myanmar government to allow the export of 5,000 tons of hardwood timber, including 3,000 tons of highly prized teak.
Laos, Mekong habitat hotspot aid helps communities, climate, conservation
The arc where mountains meet the plains via the Mekong and other major river valleys form the Indo-Burma hotspot that includes Laos is well known as an area of immense natural and ecological value.
Timber deal undermines Myanmar’s forestry reform: EIA
NGO warns that a timber trade deal in Kayah State represents “a significant step backwards” to forestry reform and urged the authorities to revoke the agreement.
Yangon Region Auditor General warns about possible losses on projects
For the success of the New Yangon City projects, officials need to carry out step-by-step checks and supervisions.