Thai Communities Resist Industrial Projects Along Southern Coast
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What happened
Along the coast of southern Thailand, communities in Chana and Thepa are resisting industrial threats to the region, known as the “Homefront Sea”. This resistance includes opposition to a gas pipeline project that threatens local ecosystems.
From greenpeace.org
Why it matters
The sea provides food and income for small-scale fishing communities in Thailand. The community resistance increases regulatory hurdles for industrial projects in Thailand.
From greenpeace.org
Who's involved
- ThailandGeopolitical state where the coastal resistance is occurring
- Ministry of Natural Resources and EnvironmentGovernment ministry that may face pressure to enforce environmental standards
- interior ministryType of ministry that may need to manage social unrest
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The entities involved
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Thailand
country in Southeast Asia
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