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Laos: Chinese-backed mining operations allegedly linked to environmental damage and land disputes
Suthep Kritsanavari
Chinese-backed mining operations in Laos have been linked to environmental damage and land disputes, raising concerns among local communities. These incidents, including a recent sulphuric acid spill, water pollution and disputes over land compensation, have highlighted the challenges posed by the growing presence of Chinese mining companies in the country. This story tracks the human rights and environmental impacts of Chinese mining in Laos.