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Five Mekong provinces warned as Laos dam raises discharge
Five Mekong provinces warned as Laos dam raises discharge
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026
Five northeastern provinces are warned of a possible 1.3-metre Mekong rise as Laos’s Nam Theun 1 dam increases its discharge after heavy rainChina, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand launch 162nd joint Mekong River patrol
China, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand launch 162nd joint Mekong River patrol
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026
Four countries have deployed a joint flotilla on the Mekong River, with a shared command centre coordinating patrols and enforcement to boost navigation safety and curb cross-border crime.Joint operations along Mekong River elevate security, promote well-being
Joint operations along Mekong River elevate security, promote well-being
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2025
Joint patrols and law enforcement operations by China, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand along the Mekong River have significantly improved security, stabilised waterways and enhanced trade and daily life for communities along the river, officials and participants said.Suchart confirms government will not raise arsenic standard to 0.05 mg/L
Suchart confirms government will not raise arsenic standard to 0.05 mg/L
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2025
Deputy Prime Minister Suchart Chomklin confirmed that the government will not raise the arsenic standard from 0.01 mg/L to 0.05 mg/L. The government is also committed to introducing stricter environmental standards to protect the public.Mekong embankment in Vientiane nears completion
Mekong embankment in Vientiane nears completion
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025
Construction of an embankment along the Mekong River in Vientiane is now almost 90 % complete and will provide the capital with vital flood defences and a new public recreational area upon its planned completion in 2026.Lancang-Mekong nations pledge unity
Lancang-Mekong nations pledge unity
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2025
Foreign ministers vow to safeguard free trade and strengthen security in regionMekong River rising as Thailand braces for floods, landslides and heavy rain from July 6-12
Mekong River rising as Thailand braces for floods, landslides and heavy rain from July 6-12
SATURDAY, JULY 05, 2025
Heavy rain alert issued for July 6-12 as water levels rise. Flash floods and landslides expected nationwide. Public urged to prepare and stay informed.Public Health Ministry warns of arsenic and lead contamination in Chiang Rai rivers
Public Health Ministry warns of arsenic and lead contamination in Chiang Rai rivers
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025
Public Health Ministry warns of arsenic and lead contamination in Chiang Rai rivers; locals urged to avoid eating freshwater fish for safety.