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Heatwave kills dozens of endangered star tortoises found only Myanmar
Dozens of Burmese star tortoises, an endangered species found only in Myanmar, have died at a sanctuary in Magwe Region due to the extreme heat of the past few weeks, a conservation official said.
Illegal jade trade still thriving despite mining suspension
Myanmar jade is still being smuggled across the border to China in large quantities despite the government having suspended new licences for two years now.
Water management becoming crucially important
High extraction rates are causing a rapid lowering of the water levels in Hanoi, HCM City and in the Central Highlands, seriously threatening the sustainability of these water sources.
Suffering unseen in Thailand: National Geographic on the dark truth behind wildlife tourism
Captive wild animal encounters are hugely popular, thanks partly to social media. But our investigation shows many creatures lead dismal lives.
Vietnam set to import more electricity from China, Laos
Annual electricity imports from China and Laos are expected to increase to 3,000 megawatt (MW) by 2025 and 5,000 MW by 2030 from the current about 1,000 MW
Laos, China sign deal on northern provinces business development
This will facilitate the private sectors of Laos and China to focus on developing industry in various parts of the northern provinces to take advantage of the Laos-China railway and the new expressway.