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Toxic Thailand Rivers Pinned On Myanmar Mines

by Admin | Jun 18, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: BARRON’S | By Chayanit Itthipongmaetee and Sally Jensen “We already know where the contamination is coming from,” said fisherman Sawat. “They should go fix it at the source.” Read Full Story

Concerns rise over Kok River check dam’s ability to reduce toxic substances

by Admin | Jun 17, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | Thai PBS World So long as the mines in Shan state continue to discharge toxic waste into the river, Dr. Sitang Pilaila said that there is only a slim chance that the contamination of the Kok River can be resolved. Read Full...

China Responds to Pollution Allegations from Chinese-Operated Mines in Shan State After Thai Civil Society Sends Letter to Xi Jinping

by Admin | Jun 16, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Transborder News  China supports enhanced communication and coordination between Thailand and Myanmar, encouraging a scientific, responsible investigation and a resolution through friendly dialogue Read Full Story

Exclusive: China-backed militia secures control of new rare earth mines in Myanmar

by Admin | Jun 12, 2025 | Daily News, Politics/Policy

Source: Reuters | By Naw Betty Han, Shoon Naing, Devjyot Ghoshal, Eleanor Whalley and Napat Wesshasartar According to four people familiar with the matter, as Beijing moves to secure control of the minerals it is wielding as a bargaining chip in its trade war with...

More deformed fish found in Kok, Sai, Mekong and Ruak rivers

by Admin | Jun 11, 2025 | Daily News, Environment

Source: Thai Public Broadcasting Service | By Thai PBS World Meanwhile, the Senate committee on natural resources and environment is urging the government to convene a meeting of the Mekong River Commission (MRC), to address the problem of river contamination. Read...
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