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Activists fear dredging may worsen Kok River contamination

by Admin | May 26, 2026 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Thai PBS World Environment groups in Chiang Rai province have voiced serious concerns over a plan by the Chiang Rai municipality to dredge sections of the Kok River, fearing that the work could adversely impact the river’s ecosystem and its tributaries. Read...

Excessive gold mining in Machanbaw leaves residents reliant on paid municipal water supplies

by Admin | May 18, 2026 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group In Machanbaw Town in Putao District, Kachin State, excessive gold mining has led to a shortage of natural drinking water sources, forcing a growing number of residents to rely on fee-based municipal water...

China’s Rare Earth Supply Chain Is Expanding Into Laos: The Structural Logic Explains Why – Analysis

by Admin | May 15, 2026 | Analyses, Environment, Opinion Papers, Politics/Policy

Source: Eurasia Review | Analysis by Arman Sidhu Myanmar’s Kachin and Shan states have served this function for years. Laos is now serving it as well. Read Full Story

Failed Governance: The Social & Environmental Costs of Mining in Myanmar

by Admin | May 15, 2026 | Environment, Governance, Opinion Papers

Source: The Sabai | SRIc Insights By Hsu Latt Phyu Myanmar is a resource-rich country with abundant deposits of jade, gold, and rare earth minerals, yet it faces increasing environmental degradation and social harm. Read Full Story

Prosecution of UK yacht firm by US Gov’t sends warning over illegal Myanmar teak

by Admin | May 14, 2026 | Daily News, Environment, Judiciary

Source: Environmental Investigation Agency UK The case marks one of the most significant US enforcement actions involving Myanmar teak since the country’s 2021 military coup and demonstrates the continued importance of robust environmental laws such as the US Lacey...

Junta holds series of so-called support rallies for Myitsone Dam restart

by Admin | May 12, 2026 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group Led by junta-appointed Kachin State Chief Minister U Khat Htein Nan, the so-called support rallies are being held in the state capital, Myitkyina, to garner local backing for the restart of the Myitsone Dam...
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