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Ubon Ratchathani locals air worries at hearing on Laos Mekong dam
Ubon Ratchathani locals air worries at hearing on Laos Mekong dam
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2025
At the third hearing, residents voice concerns over impacts like flooding, riverbank erosion and disruption to local ecosystemsNewest Lao-Thai bridge link across the Mekong now 96 % complete
Newest Lao-Thai bridge link across the Mekong now 96 % complete
TUESDAY, JANUARY 07, 2025
The new 1,350-metre bridge will enable easier travel between Laos and Thailand and spur trade with other countries in the Greater Mekong Subregion.Nong Khai beckons tourists with chilly weather and misty mornings
Nong Khai beckons tourists with chilly weather and misty mornings
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2024
Popular spots like Phu Huay Isan and Wat Pha Tak Sua offer breathtaking views, while hotels along the Mekong River are ready for the New Year rushWWF report highlights discovery of new species in Greater Mekong region
WWF report highlights discovery of new species in Greater Mekong region
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2024
A total of 234 new species were described in the Greater Mekong region in 2023, including a high-altitude crocodile newt, a soft-furred hedgehog and a newly identified genus of palm tree, according to a report released by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) on December 16. Huge catch in Cambodia boosts hopes for giant catfish survival
Huge catch in Cambodia boosts hopes for giant catfish survival
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024
The catching of six rare giant catfish in Cambodia in the space of five days, some weighing more than 120 kg (265 lbs), has raised hopes of a revival of a critically endangered species that is among the world's largest freshwater fish.Mekong leaders warn climate change ‘driving hotspots, haze’
Mekong leaders warn climate change ‘driving hotspots, haze’
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 04, 2024
Environmental leaders across the Mekong sub-region have reiterated their commitment to achieving ambitious hotspot and haze reduction targets while acknowledging that the region faces many challenges.MRC Council reaffirms commitment to regional cooperation
MRC Council reaffirms commitment to regional cooperation
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2024
The Mekong River Commission's policy-making body met today in Luang Prabang to review progress, address the growing challenges facing the Mekong River Basin, and re-commit to regional cooperation.Mekong boat trip offers taste of timeless Luang Prabang
Mekong boat trip offers taste of timeless Luang Prabang
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2024
As the sun begins its descent, painting the sky in shades of amber and violet, a wooden boat glides along the calm waters of the Mekong River. In the foreground, the charming city of Luang Prabang stretches across the riverside, nestled among lush green forests that seem to extend endlessly.Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom subsides
Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom subsides
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Level of Mekong River in Nakhon Phanom has dropped so much that a large sand dune has emergedNew Core River Monitoring Stations boost Mekong monitoring and analysis
New Core River Monitoring Stations boost Mekong monitoring and analysis
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024
The Mekong River Commission (MRC) inaugurated a new Core River Monitoring Station in Champassak Province, Lao PDR, on November 15, 2024. Situated downstream of Pakse City, it is among 11 advanced stations enhancing sustainable management of the Mekong River.Loading...
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