The Xayaburi project and other hydroelectric dams planned along the Mekong River represent one of the most promising prospects for Laos' economic future.

Analyst Matt Gertken examines Thailand's internal politics and explains how they directly affect the current military conflict between that country and Cambodia.

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Analyst Matt Gertken examines how Thai political divisions and Cambodia's bid to bring in international mediators have heated up the ongoing territorial conflict between Phnom Penh and Bangkok.