| ID | 086699 |
| Title Proper | Laos in 2008 |
| Other Title Information | hydropower and flooding (or business as usual) |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Jonsson, Kristina |
| Publication | 2008. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Laos in 2008 will be remembered for the worst flooding in decades. No significant societal changes occurred; politics remains as usual, and the resource-rich country continues along the path of economic development through the exploitation of hydropower and mining. Regional integration is progressing through improved infrastructure and the strengthening of relationships with China. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.200-205 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol. 49, No. 1; Jan-Feb 2009: p.200-205 |
| Key Words | Hydropower ; Mining ; Regional Integration ; Chinese Relations ; Flooding ; Laos ; 2008 |