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French govt slams 'eco-terrorism' as water protesters dig in
AFP, Published on 31/10/2022
» SAINTE-SOLINE, France: French protesters on Monday defied a massive police presence to try to stop an agriculture water storage project, as the government vowed to prevent any encampment and denounced "eco-terrorism".
Laos issues new decree on dams
Reuters, Published on 25/02/2021
» The government of Laos issued new guidelines for managing hydropower dams aimed at minimising water shortages and flooding, state media reported on Thursday, amid debate on how its hydropower boom has altered the vital Mekong River.
China's 'vaccine diplomacy': A global charm offensive
AFP, Published on 10/12/2020
» BEIJING - As wealthy countries scramble to buy up the limited supply of big-name coronavirus vaccines, China is stepping in to offer its homegrown jabs to poorer countries. But the largesse is not entirely altruistic, with Beijing hoping for a long-term diplomatic return.
World needs 'greener' water policies as demand rises: UN
AFP, Published on 19/03/2018
» PARIS - Governments should focus on "greener" policies to improve the supply and quality of water as climate change and a growing global population threaten the water security of billions, the United Nations said on Monday.
Myanmar powers up
Asia focus, Larry Jagan, Published on 11/12/2017
» The government of Myanmar has made energising the power sector an urgent priority, aiming to provide electricity to the whole country by 2030 at the latest. While hydroelectric dams will provide most power needs, new gas-powered plants and liquefied natural gas (LNG) will increase the supply in the medium term. International finance and expertise are being sought, with abundant business opportunities for foreign firms.