A report on forced relocation and extrajudicial killings in Shan State, Burma. Since the publication of "Uprooting the Shan," the report by the SHRF detailing the forced relocation program carried out by the SLORC in Shan State during 1996, the SLORC military regime (recently renamed…
1. The Karen and Kawthoolei: The Karen; Kawthoolei; The Kawthoolei districts ||
2. Displacement and counter-insurgency in Burma:
Population displacement in Burma;
Protracted ethnic conflict in Burma;
Counter-insurgency: the four-cuts ||
3. The war in Kawthoolei:…
Deport first and discuss later," declared Gen Chettha Thanajaro. Thailand's Army. Army Commander-in-Chief was voicing his support for a plan to repatriate nearly 1million foreign laborers, most of whom are Burmese.
An introduction to the main wood products of the country and the long term objectives and goals of the forestry sector. Forest policies, protected areas, timber markets and the future development of forestry are discussed.
An overview of the forest resources and industries of the Union of Myanmar. The long term objectives of forestry in the country are given along with major impacting issues such as land use and people participation. Future scenarios are presented based on current policies and trends.
This thematic study provides a review and description of the trends in development of forest related legislation in a selected range of Asia-Pacific countries. The paper stresses the importance of often neglected factors in policy formulation such as the need for clear property rights, the…
A summary of the major policy issues and opportunities confronting many of the governments in the Asia-Pacific region, in trying to achieve sustainable and equitable use and management of their forests. Identifies trends in the forestry sector and their broader underlying economic, demographic…
Details of the forest resources and forest industries of Korea. Forest policy, legislation and forest product trade is covered along with the contemporary social, political and economic climate.
A description of the forest areas and types in Japan. This report reviews the current state of both protected and economic forest areas and predicts long term future demand.
An outline of the state of forestry in Australia with coverage of major trends in the development of environmental initiatives, wood based industries and other forest goods and services. Future supply and demand scenarios are assessed in the context of policy objectives.
A review of the status of forest resources, protected areas and forest production in Cambodia. Timber and non-timber product markets are analysed, projections of land use are given and policy challenges are outlined.