Recently announced that 3,148 kilometres of coastline in Thailand would be a “coastal erosion protection zone” and seawall constructions would be largely forbidden.
Category: Thailand
Report claims air pollution “kills thousands”, costs billions annually
New data released by environmental groups makes claims that air pollution in Bangkok alone has caused some 6,800 deaths and an economic loss of 81.4 billion baht so far this year.
Massive police presence for Thai SEZ public hearing
More than 1,000 officers–meanwhile a lecturer at Prince of Songkhla University was visited at his home by police to ask him whether he will be attending the public hearing.
‘Slave monkey’ scandal forces rethink of coconut trade
A recent report by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals caused waves across the world, with several British supermarkets saying it will stop selling some Thai coconut products.
Push for total Thai ban on wildlife trade
Should follow the World Health Organization (WHO) “One Health” approach that involves simultaneously protecting people, wild animals and ecosystems.
Activist group renews SEZ fight in Southern Thailand
“Do locals understand the impact of deep seaports? The document does not address the project’s negative consequences on coastal fishing and marine resources?”
COVID Crisis Provides Opportunity for Thailand’s Captive Elephants
Science has already demonstrated that rewilding captive elephants is possible and that it has positive outcomes.
Thailand suggests Mekong River dam construction impact mitigation
At last week’s Mekong River Commission (MRC) Joint Committee’s meeting, Thailand offered eight suggestions on Laos’ plans for its latest mainstream Mekong dam.
Kind words not enough
It is now time for China to back its kind words about enduring friendship with action and enable a mechanism for co-management of the river.