The Mekong Subregion’s key natural capital stocks are in a state of decline. How to reverse course?
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China eyes its next prize – the Mekong
China’s growing control over the Mekong is a crucial component of immobilising sovereignty in mainland Southeast Asia.
Laos, Myanmar move forward in energy cooperation
Myanmar wants to purchase about 300-400MW of power, but that will depend on the results of the feasibility study.
The real cost of Myanmar’s electricity
Myanmar has some of the lowest electricity rates in the world. However, connecting and supplying power to the millions of people who will drive Myanmar’s development is a huge endeavor.
Vietnam Is Following China in its Economic Development
Vietnam is imitating China in its efforts to grow economically and lags its larger neighbor only by about a decade, experts say.
Paradigm Trap
New report explores how the development establishment’s embrace of Myanmar and how to break loose
IFC’s draft hydropower SEA report for Myanmar released
One major recommendation: Topreserve the mainstems of the country’s key rivers – including the Ayeyarwady, Thanlwin and Chindwin among others
Leaked report warns Cambodia’s biggest dam could ‘literally kill’ Mekong river
Government-commissioned report says proposed site at Sambor reach is the ‘worst possible place’ for hydropower due to impact on wildlife
Villagers cope with resettlement as Laos embarks on largest hydropower project
Video report of one dam resettlement village that appears to meet government’s expectations
Germany provides EUR5 million for Vietnam’s smart grids
Furthering the legal framework for development of renewable energy sources and smart grids in Vietnam