The mighty Mekong River is a lifeline for many in Southeast Asia. China’s control of the Mekong’s waters is endangering ecosystems and livelihoods downstream, and increasing Chinese control of the region.
Cambodia’s King has appointed Hun Manet to take over as the next prime minister, ending Mr. Hun Manet’s father’s four-decade-long of ruling after their party scored an easy victory in a lopsided election last month.