Category: Region
Selected environmental stories from media outlets in the Mekong region and beyond.
Vietnam proposes initiative to deal with plastic waste at G20 Summit
He also called for increased support from the international community to nations that are vulnerable to climate change, including the Mekong Delta region.
10 billion baht Chinese border town for Thailand/Cambodia
Several thousand Chinese nationals have already taken up the opportunity to work and live in Thmada
Phnom Penh Sustainable City Plan 2018-2030 Officially Launched
The Plan targets multiple stakeholders, national and municipal officials, private sector, development agencies, non-governmental organisations and academia to embark on sustainable development for Phnom Penh.
Sar Kheng orders Prey Lang forest protection
It is the largest remaining woodland in mainland Southeast Asia, and that amendments to laws that protect natural resources will soon be finalised.
Xieng Khuang cracks down on illegal logging and corrupt officials
Authorities in Xieng Khuang province are investigating more officials allegedly involved in taking bribes in connection with the illegal timber trade which has caused great damage to the nation.
Conference in Hanoi to protect Mekong River
Stimson Centre, IUCN) and the US Embassy in Vietnam sponsored the event to advance smarter water energy planning approaches and renewable energy.