A series of small islands on the Salween River is at risk of ‘going under’ if construction of a hydro-power dam goes ahead as planned, says a local NGO.
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Burma, Thailand, China sign MoU for Salween dam
Thailand, China and Burma are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding for the development of the Mong Ton hydropower project Salween River this year.
Everyone will benefit from Myeik power plant, says Burmese developer
DVB speaks with Ye Min Aung on the potential benefits of the Myeik coal-fired power plant.
Govt says Tasang dam will benefit Burma
Deputy Minister of Electric Power Maung Thar Thwe fielded questions about the controversial Tasang hydropower project during a lower house parliamentary session on Tuesday, assuring the house that the project…
Stop Salween dams, say 34,000 people in Burma
To mark the International Day of Action for Rivers, 14 March, several coordinated demonstrations sprung up along the channel, with locals from all over Burma uniting to demand suspension of…
Thailand prepares for natural gas disruptions from Yetagun
The Thai Energy Ministry has reportedly set up a “war room” in preparation for the temporary suspension of the natural gas supply delivery from Burma’s Yetagun Field, beginning on 31…