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Hydropower pushing millions of Mekong people onto front line of climate disaster: experts

12 Sept 03:39 Key points summarised by AI

Hydropower dams on the Mekong River, despite being touted as clean energy, are intensifying climate change impacts and increasing the vulnerability of millions of people.
These dams severely disrupt the river's natural flow, devastating complex ecosystems, rich biodiversity, and traditional livelihoods like fishing and "gai" (algae) harvesting.
Unnatural water level fluctuations caused by dams destroy fish breeding grounds and vital food sources, pushing local communities into food and income insecurity and threatening their ability to adapt to climate change.
Experts criticize governments for continuing to invest in and purchase hydropower, highlighting the immense environmental and social costs borne by local populations who are losing their livelihoods forever.

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.