Mekong dams

The shrinking Tonle Sap, the river's “beating heart,” is the latest wake-up call of the damage wrought by dams.

The Lancang-Mekong Cooperation leaders' meeting discussed the river's dire situation -- and also pushed for a new trade corridor.

Whether through its own dams or the financing and construction of dams in other countries, China is largely in the driver’s seat when it comes to the Mekong.

China’s solution to the Mekong’s problems is the same as its approach to most nontraditional security issues: increase development.

The World Heritage site in Laos is endangered by mega-projects and Mekong dams.

A policy reversal on Mekong dams has put Hanoi’s credibility – and the river’s fate – on the line.

Communities in Thailand and beyond are learning to organize to demand that dam construction consider their rights.

This year's drought is just a preview of more dire problems to come if government don't change course.

Grading the Southeast Asian states on their environmental efforts so far this year.

How China’s grand strategy for the Mekong impacts the river, and the countries downstream.

Political realities -- starting with China -- make Mekong management difficult.