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Mekong River Commission
Is Sustainable Development Along the Mekong Possible?
By Linh Tong and Linh Tong
Political realities – starting with China – make Mekong management difficult.
China Conducts Joint Patrol With ASEAN Mekong States
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The 63rd iteration of the Mekong joint patrols took place last week.
The Future Shape of Mekong Cooperation
By Jack Guen-Murray, Monzima Haque, and John Lichtefeld
A closer look at the paths ahead for the Mekong River Commission.
Can ASEAN Save the Mekong River?
By Luke Hunt
As discussions continue, the future of one of the world’s greatest rivers is as bleak as ever.
Cambodia and Laos: Toward A New Era?
By Luke Hunt
Recent signals suggest that there might be a new era of better ties between the two Southeast Asian states.
Mekong Under ‘Very High’ Threat: Vietnam
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Another study predicts adverse effects for one of the world’s greatest rivers if no action is taken.
Facing Mekong Drought, China to Release Water From Yunnan Dam
By Shannon Tiezzi
In response to a request from Vietnam, China is discharging water from a dam in Yunnan.
Drought Fans Tensions Along the Mekong
By Luke Hunt
Thailand and Laos trade barbs.
What a New Vietnam-Russia Deal Says About the Mekong’s Future
By Luke Hunt
A rather unusual business transaction shows how some Mekong countries are focusing on aquaculture with the river’s future in peril.
Leadership Change in Laos: A Shift Away From China?
By Luke Hunt
The election of new leaders may signal a shift away from a heavy dependence on Beijing, among other things.
Mekong River Commission Faces Radical Change
By Luke Hunt
Donors have dropped their funding, forcing a radical restructuring.
What Is the Value of the Mekong River?
By Luke Hunt
New estimates have been released on the value of fisheries along one of the world's largest rivers.
Why the Mekong River Commission May Be In Peril
By Luke Hunt
The future of the body hangs in the balance amid financial and performance concerns.
Laos Officially Approves Controversial Dam Project
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Parliament okays concession agreement for Don Sahong project despite regional concerns.
China-India: Revisiting the ‘Water Wars’ Narrative
By Zhang Hongzhou
The “water wars” narrative in the context of the Brahmaputra River is premature and unhelpful.
Mekong Fish Stocks Being Sacrificed on Local Bickering
By Luke Hunt
The need for a coherent region-wide strategy for the Mekong has never been greater.
Cambodia, Vietnam Vow to Boost Bilateral Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Vietnamese president’s state visit sees neighbors advance comprehensive cooperation
Mekong Summit Struggles to Halt Devastating Dams
By Tom Fawthrop
Laos remains determined to move forward with dam construction that threatens the environment and food security.
Trouble on the Mekong
By Tom Fawthrop
Europe’s Pöyry Energy and its controversial role as Xayaburi dam consultant have been challenged under new OECD CSR rules.
Xayaburi Dam Threatens Mekong River’s Giant Catfish
The Xayaburi Dam poses a problem for the Mekong River’s fish and the people living beside it.
Laos Finally Called Out over Xayaburi Dam
Are regional tensions over the Xayaburi Dam coming to a head?
Laos Proceeds With Dam Despite ASEM Summit
Laos’ biggest diplomatic achievement in decades may be overshadowed by dam construction.
The New "Battery of Asia?"
Laos intends to build more than 70 dams along tributaries of the Mekong River. While there are rich profits to be made, is the cost too high?
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