Karen national rebels attack Myanmari pipeline

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Karen National Union (KNU) insurers have taken responsibility for several attacks on a gas pipeline linking MyanmarEs Yadana natural gas field with ThailandEs electricity generating grid. KNUEs intentions behind the attacks were to attract international attention to Myanmar militaryEs alleged expressions of the Karen minority, and financing of military acquisitions with income from sale of Yadana gas by the ruling State Peace and Development Council (SPDC).

Myanmar, Pipe lines, Pipelines, Karen National Union (Burma), Yadana

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Chinese river scheme to boost trade

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China has developed the Mekong Navigation Channel Improvement Project (MNCIP) to help drive economic integration between China and its southern neighbors. The project is designed to allow the passage of vessels to 150 dead weight tones (DWT) between Chinese city of Jinghong in the southwest Yunna province and Luang Prabang in north Laos.

China, Economic aspects, Maritime contracts

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Sri Lanka intercepts new arms purchases

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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) are procuring weapons and ammunition from Asia and beyond for its force. The procurement drive, together with continued recruitment and military training is raising serious concern over the LTTEEs long-term intentions.

Foreign trade, Sri Lanka, International trade, Arms control, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam

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