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Sold to the sea: Human trafficking in Thailand's fishing industry
A report documenting human trafficking and labour and human rights abuses in Thailand's fishing industry. Based on investigations in 2013, the report documents testimonies of Bu...
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Gender analysis of the patterns of human trafficking into and through Koh Kong Province
The report of a situation and gender analysis into the patterns of human trafficking into, through and from Koh Kong. The report also explores areas of weakness in the current c...
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Law as a tool for cooperation and sustainable development of the Mekong River
A presentation assessing the implementation of relevant laws and agreements in the case of the Xayaburi dam and other proposed mainstream dams. The presenter argues that there i...
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Geopolitical risks: Transboundary rivers
This article explores increasing tensions in south and south east Asia arising from transboundary rivers. The author describes major rivers in the region and the security landsc...
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Climate change strategic plan for climate change adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation in transport sector (Cambodia)
The Cambodian Government’s strategic plan on climate change adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation in the transport sector. The document provides information on the current st...
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Comparative study of national policies, recruitment channels, and support services in four countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Philippines and Viet Nam
A presentation summarising research findings on national policies, recruitment channels and support services for migrant fishers. The presenter outlines policies for protection ...
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A study on cross-border trade facilitation and regional development along economic corridors: Thailand perspectives (book chapter)
Chapter seven of the book "Emerging economic corridors in the Mekong region" (full book listed as a separate item). This chapter explores the economic cooperation of Thailand an...
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Water management and impact assessment in the Mekong Basin: analyzing the linkages between local, national and regional levels
An article about water management and impact assessment in the Mekong Basin. The article first looks at the different impact assessment processes in the basin and discusses the ...
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Catalyzing subnational development in Myanmar, balancing local preferences with national and sector policy
This paper aims to extract lessons from development partners’ engagement in Myanmar to offer suggestions for improved subnational governance and balanced regional development. T...
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GMS cross-border transport facilitation agreement (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam, plus amendments to include Cambodia, China and Myanmar)
The full text of the agreement between Laos, Thailand and Vietnam for the facilitation of cross-border transport of goods and people (1999), plus later amendments to include Ca...
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Climate change action plan for transport sector 2014-2018 (Cambodia)
The Cambodian Government’s climate change action plan for the transport sector 2014-2018. The plan contributes to two strategic priorities: to promote climate resilience in the ...
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The Population and Housing Census of Myanmar, 2014. Summary of the provisional results
This report summarises provisional results of Myanmar’s 2014 population and housing census. (Main census results released in May 2015.) The provisional results provide the total...
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The Great Mekong and climate change: Biodiversity, ecosystem services and development at risk
A report about the impacts of climate change on biodiversity, ecosystem services and development in the Greater Mekong. The first part of the report describes changes from clima...
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Needs assessment and analysis of the situation of Cambodian migrant workers in Klong Yai District, Trad, Thailand
The report of a scoping study into the needs and situation of Cambodian migrant workers in Klong Yai district. This study follows a 2004 gender analysis of trafficking through K...
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Mekong River Basin, mobilising grassroots engagement and facilitating high-level dialogue for transboundary water management
A case study of the Water and Nature Initiative's activities in the Mekong. These follow a strategy of mobilizing grass-roots engagement of local stakeholders in decision making...
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Against the odds: Building a coalition using a new federalism for unity and progress in Myanmar
This paper outlines an approach to progress in Myanmar. The paper builds upon field trips to the Kachin, Karen, Mon and Shan states and to Chiang Mai, Thailand, and uses the fra...
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Investigations into tortoise and freshwater turtle trade in Vietnam
A research report detailing investigations into the tortoise and freshwater turtle trade in Vietnam. The study focused on local and export use of live animals and products. Trad...
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Sector assessment: Transport (Myanmar, draft summary)
A draft summary of transport issues in Myanmar. The report discusses 1) sector performance, problems and opportunities; 2) the government's sector strategy; 3) the Asian Develop...
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Freedom in the world 2015. Discarding democracy: Return to the iron fist
This annual report evaluates the condition of political rights and civil liberties in 195 countries and 15 territories. For the ninth consecutive year, the report showed an over...
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Linking poverty reduction with forest conservation: Case studies from Vietnam
A report linking poverty reduction with forest conversation. The authors first review policies and programmes in Vietnam relating to forest conservation and poverty reduction. T...