There are no ‘simple answers’ for managing the risks of Mekong hydropower development. The reality is much more complex.
Category: Region
Selected environmental stories from media outlets in the Mekong region and beyond.
Climate change is already disrupting lives in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta
Climate change its causing flooding and droughts that damage agricultural land in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam.
Thailand-Vietnam sign 10 deals for greater coooperation
They emphasised the importance of management of the Mekong River to ensure balance between economic growth and environmental protection.
Graft props up illegal timber trade: activist
“Investigation of illegal logging and timber smuggling across the border is reported by the media, but nothing changes because timber businesses are supported by state actors,” claimed Environmentalist Ouch Leng.
‘Flawed’ EHIA for Thepa coal-fired plant approved
The Environmental and Health Impact Assessment (EHIA) on the Thepa coal-fired power plant has been approved over strong objections from opposing groups.
Myanmar economy needs ‘predictable policy,’ new reform leader urges
In first public speech after taking new role, Set Aung offers to-do list to government leaders
Endangered baby dolphin sightings
There are only an estimated 80 adults left in the Mekong River. According to WWF, two dolphins died and eight births were recorded since January.
NA, Govt discuss development impacts, compensation
Social issues impacting on the interests of numerous people were also noted by the National Assembly president.
Dam refugees branded as ‘Secessionist’ for denying government offer
Cambodian officials denounced villagers whose homes are expected to be flooded by the Lower Sesan II dam
Tens of thousands protest against aid agencies in Myanmar’s west
Buddhist monks and residents demonstrated in 15 of 17 townships in Rakhine State on Sunday to demand a resolution to the security issues in the area and to keep out foreign aid agencies