by Admin | Jun 1, 2026 | Daily News, Environment
Source: Thai PBS World About 600 residents from Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces began a “peace walk” pilgrimage today to highlight the hardships caused by toxic contamination of rivers linked to gold mining operations in Myanmar. Read Full...
by Admin | May 29, 2026 | Environment, Opinion Papers
Source: STIMSON | By Francisco Sagasti, Brian Eyler, Regan Kwan Tracing how conflict-linked mining in Myanmar fuels pollution, weak governance, and cross-border risks to rivers, livelihoods, and public health Read Full Story
by Admin | May 27, 2026 | Daily News, Environment
Source: Burma News International | By Kachin News Group The Kachin Independence Organisation (KIO) has begun test mining for rare-earth minerals in the Manweinggyi area of Mansi Township, Kachin State, drawing opposition from local communities. Read Full...
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...
by Admin | May 5, 2026 | Daily News, Environment
Source: Shan Herald Agency for News | By SHAN Local sources report that since mid-April, MNDAA members have moved heavy machinery, including backhoes and gold-processing equipment, to an area east of Nawng Nwe village in Nam Ma village tract. Read Full...