The illegal mines in the area cause erosion and collapse of riverbanks, damage the natural environment and pollute the water due to the acid used in mining activities.
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Water a worry for Myanmar’s farmers
Ministry of Agriculture spokesman says building more dams will not help the situation as there are already enough and that the problem is solely due to the climate.
Myanmar must weigh up the extent of its dependence on China
Beijing holds nearly all the cards. But can it navigate Myanmar’s labyrinthine political environment for its own interest, let alone act as a responsible superpower?
Climate migrations in Myanmar
“We live in a part of the world that will be hit incredibly hard by climate change. The disruptions to agriculture and food security will be enormous. People will simply not be able to live as they are, where they are.”
Chinese President’s Upcoming Visit Seen as Bid to Gain Myanmar Leaders’ Commitment on BRI Projects
China has proposed 38 projects under the CMEC. However, Myanmar only approved nine projects at the second BRI forum in Beijing in April last year.
Ayeyawady dolphin found dead in Mandalay
A survey conducted in 2019 had recorded 26 dolphins between the Mandalay-Kyaukmyaing Conservation Area and about 76 dolphins between Mandalay and Bhamo.
Mandalay city government makes big strides
The improvement did not escape the eyes of the international community, which recognised Mandalay as among the 10 most promising smart cities in the region.
Conservationists to conduct census of migratory birds in Myanmar wetlands
Winter birds inhabiting in Myanmar’s wetland areas migrated through Central Asia Flyway and East Asian-Australasian Flyway.
Paths out of Poverty in Myanmar: Haircuts, Textiles, Rice and More
This jointly funded program, which is called Building Resilient Livelihoods in Kayin State, is paving paths out of poverty and dependence.