The Gaoligong mountain range straddles the 2,000-kilometer border between China and Myanmar, rising to more than 5,000 meters above sea level. A businessman surnamed Zhang with ties to Ruili said ethnic minority groups whose traditional homelands are on both sides of the border would use lesser-known paths through the mountainous border region to cross into Myanmar.
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Mekong Delta’s unique nature reserve to be opened for visitors’ exploration
The project will focus on developing forms to tourism, including advaneture, scientific study, environmental education, travel and leisure activities. The estimated capital expenditure of VND370 billion (US$16 million) will be mobilized from enterprises, households and the rental income of forest environment for ecotourism activities.
Ichthyologists wanted for dam greenwashing
Adding a fish pass is not likely to make such an intrusive project sustainable or green. If that pass is only suitable for a single species, no matter how endangered, the whole system is in peril.
Harvesting White Gold: Vietnam Salt Farmers Amid Climate Change and COVID-19
But in recent years, early arrivals of the wet season and shifting rain patterns have disrupted the salt harvest, impacting both production volume and quality.
UN investigator calls for oil and gas sanctions on Myanmar’s generals
A United Nations investigator is calling for international coordinated action to stem abuse by Myanmar’s military leaders against its people. In a report to the U.N. Human Rights Council, the U.N. special rapporteur lists measures for bringing the country’s generals into compliance with international human rights norms.
Southeast Asia’s Road to Recovery: The Energy Context, a call for papers
The HBS Southeast Asia Regional office is issuing this call for papers/analyses that examine the region’s energy landscape and policy responses to the pandemic around a range of topics. Deadline for application: 6 August 2021.
Dong Thap works to preserve bio-diversity in agriculture
The province has surveyed eco-systems to identify the specific areas and species of plants and animals that should be preserved, including lotus, water lily, cajeput trees, bamboo and other indigenous plants, especially rice varieties.
Ministry tells Ming Dih Co to relocate following Monday’s massive explosion and fire
“If the company wants to resume operations, it will [have to relocate] to an industrial estate and follow the industrial rules.”
On China’s doorstep, Laos plays a careful game of balancing
China’s influence is growing in Laos, but the country’s foreign relations present a more complex picture.