At the Bali water forum, critics argued the focus on technology overlooked the competition for water and the environmental and social implications
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Thailand sets up technological center for Belt and Road Initiative
The Digital Belt and Road (DBAR) International Center of Excellence Bangkok will focus on cooperation on climate change, disaster risk reduction, environmental research, capacity building, among others.
Myanmar Experiments with Drones to Replant Dwindling Mangroves
Myanmar has lost at least 1 million hectares of mangrove forest over the past several decades, making it more vulnerable to cyclones and climate change.
Divisions harden over coal power plant in Kayin State
A Thai company planning to build a $2.8 billion power plant says its advanced technology will prevent damage to the environment, but nearby residents are sceptical.
SMART and well-Connected: reserve patrol data system adds communications capacity
The SMART software helps forest rangers report, analyze, and manage field data to target their patrolling and management activities.
Data transparency project launched in Yangon
Innovation hub Phandeeyar on Tuesday launched an open data portal to encourage transparency and improve decision-making, as part of a Mekong-wide project.
Phandeeyar program manager Ko Thet Aung said the Open Development Myanmar site aims to use information and technology to promote development and support Myanmar’s transition process.