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Critics claim the handling of plans for dams has been characterised by lack of transparency and a failure to consult with stakeholders.  <\/p>\n<p>In order to engage the public better, Bird said, the MRC is updating its communications strategy to include a detailed policy covering the disclosure of documents.  <\/p>\n<p>Of the eight dams planned for the lower Mekong, five are in Laos, two in Thailand and one in Cambodia. <\/p>\n<p>See <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipsnews.net\/news.asp?idnews=42321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">full story <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The head of the Mekong River Commission has defended the organisation&#8217;s role in the region, IPS reported on Sunday. 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