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Weathering water's extremes
Spectrum, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 12/11/2017
» Since downpours from the North swept down into the central Chao Phraya River basin early last month, people are fearfully bracing for the next big flood to hit Bangkok. The Thai government tells the public it is making a concentrated effort to ensure the capital will be protected from future flooding. Despite the heavy rainfall this year, leaders have dismissed the possibility of another flood like 2011's.
Northern villagers feel 'zoned' out
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 13/02/2016
» The news of a Special Economic Zone on their doorstep was of little concern to the laid-back community in Chiang Khong district of Chiang Rai. They had their forest, or “natural supermarket” as they like to call it, and life was good.
Drive for growth hits eco-obstacles
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 05/01/2016
» Govt push for economic zones, mining runs into local opposition as forests, water sources and livelihoods come under threat.
Suspicion hangs over SEZ rush
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 05/01/2016
» The second phase of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) will start in Chiang Rai, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Phanom, Narathiwat and Nong Khai provinces this year.
Ghost town 'forgotten' in Chiang Khong border trade
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 03/01/2016
» CHIANG RAI - The freshly painted welcome signs at Chiang Khong market are conspicuous, greeting visitors as they cross the border from Laos. Few arrive however, and behind the signs they see only shuttered shops and scattered clothing sellers.
Villagers 'ignored' in dam study
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 20/12/2015
» Civic groups and villagers have accused electricity authorities of pushing through a controversial hydropower dam project on the Salween River without input from the public or transparency in negotiations.
Border trade plans leave locals in flux
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 26/10/2015
» Walk through any farmland in Mae Sot district's Tha Sai Luat at the end of the rainy season this year, you're unlikely to step on ripening produce. You're more likely to encounter muddy, empty land.
River waits for the world’s help
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 18/04/2015
» A sanctuary for wildlife and sustenance, the Lower Songkhram River Basin (LSRB) in Nakhon Phanom faces man-made threats like many major ecological hubs around the country. But it's the teasing possibility of a decision that will be made half a world away which could save it.
Military 'stifling local voice in Northeast'
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 23/03/2015
» Villagers in the Northeast are calling on the military to allow residents affected by development projects to voice their concerns over the impact of the projects.
Thai firms failing on social responsibility, activists say
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 16/03/2015
» Thai companies are adopting flawed social responsibility policies, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) says.