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Laos dam collapse
July 17, 2021
The Threat of a Dam Disaster in Luang Prabang
By Tom Fawthrop
The dam near Luang Prabang - both a World Heritage site and an seismically active zone - is “an irresponsible gamble,” experts argue.
December 01, 2018
South Korea, Laos Move to Solidify Ties
By Tae-jun Kang
From a popular television show to a tragic dam collapse, recent years have seen numerous links between the two countries.
August 02, 2018
Korean Firms Face Questions in Laos Dam Collapse
By Jenna Gibson
Two South Korean firms are being criticized for their role in the construction of the faulty dam.
August 02, 2018
Laos’ Dam Disaster May Not Be Its Last
By Tom Fawthrop
The cost-cutting and lack of oversight that led to the dam's collapse plague other hydropower projects across the country.
August 02, 2018
China and Laos' Dam Disaster
By Shannon Tiezzi
There are strong political motives behind China's fast response.
July 31, 2018
Laos Dam Collapse Brings Flood of Questions
By Luke Hunt
Incident raises serious questions about the government’s approach.
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