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Master plan on ASEAN connectivity
The Associaton of Southeast Asian Nations' master plan for increasing connectivity in the region published in 2010, developed with impetus from the 15th ASEAN Summit in Cha-am H...
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Small island tourism development plan implementation: The case of Koh Tao, Thailand
This article examines the implementation of tourism development plans in Thailand, focusing on the island of Koh Tao as a case study. It examines the applicability of plan imple...
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Asia's agrarian reform in reverse: laws taking land out of small farmers' hands
The April 2015 edition of Against the Grain -- a report by Genetic Resources Action International (GRAIN) on laws and mechanisms in Asia that result in land transfer from indepe...
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Asia in the ageing century: Part III, healthcare
A report about Asian healthcare systems in the ageing century. The report first discusses the transition of health systems in Asia- from developing, to emerging and advanced. Th...
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Thailand airport operation model for the low-cost carriers
A PhD thesis investigating the links between Thailand airport operations and low-cost carriers, and the airport operational pattern for such carriers. The study objectives were ...
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Travel and tourism economic impact 2015 - Laos
A report on the economic impact of the travel and tourism sector in Laos. Data is provided on the sector's contribution to GDP and employment; exports and investment; components...
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Casinos in border towns in the Mekong Sub-Region
This article outlines the development of casinos in border towns in the Mekong sub-region, with particular focus on casinos on the Cambodia/Vietnam border. The increased...
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Myanmar in transition: Opportunities and challenges
This report is ADB's first major assessment of Myanmar since it began political and economic reforms in 2011. It examines the country's strengths and weaknesses and highlights...
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Laos: Greater Mekong subregion tourism infrastructure for inclusive growth project
Outcomes of the Greater Mekong subregion tourism Infrastructure for Inclusive growth Project that aimed to increase tourism benefits for women and men especially...
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Barriers to local residents’ participation in community-based tourism: Lessons from Houay Kaeng village in Laos
A study exploring the barriers to local residents’ participation in the process of community-based tourism planning and development in a developing country. Focusing on the case...
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Human rights and business country guide, Myanmar
This guide contains information regarding the potential and actual human rights impacts of businesses operating in Myanmar. The guide highlights issue affecting rights-holders...
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The Don Sahong Hydropower Project
A briefing sheet on the Don Sahong Hydropower Project. The authors describe the project, then argue that the dam will adversely affect migratory fish species, irrawaddy...