With the authorities imposing strict regulations, the future of gold looks gloomier than ever Late April was not a good time for the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV). Thanh Nien, one of the most prestigious newspapers in Vietnam, published an article accusing the SBV of allegedly “laundering gold by policies” – a big blow in a … Continue reading The Death of Gold
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Mekong and the dams: For Whom the Bell Tolls
Would they dam this beautiful river? (picture credit: the Economist) In a remote mountainous area in Laos, an ongoing dam project would be a new source of discord among Southeast Asian countries over sustainable development. The US 3.5 billion worth Xayaburi Dam is believed to bring prosperity for Laos and electricity for Thailand, yet get … Continue reading Mekong and the dams: For Whom the Bell Tolls

