Diverted Justice: The Lower Sesan 2 Dam and the Role of Law in Cambodian Hydropower Development

TitleDiverted Justice: The Lower Sesan 2 Dam and the Role of Law in Cambodian Hydropower Development
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Year of Publication2016
AuthorsHarris
Secondary AuthorsBlake, Robins
Secondary TitleWater Governance Dynamics in the Mekong Region
SectionChapter 4
Pagination91-120
PublisherStrategic Information and Research Development Centre (SIRD)
Place PublishedSelangor, Malaysia
Key themesEcology and Livelihoods, Hydropower, Impact Assessment, Safeguards, Transboundary Governance
Abstract

This chapter interrogates the current hydropower development paradigm in Cambodia through a case study of the Chinese-financed Lower Sesan 2 hydropower project. It examines decision-making processes in relation to national and international legal frameworks, highlights incidences of non-compliance with international best practice guidelines, including failure to assess transboundary impacts, as well as weaknesses in present social and environmental laws and regulations. The author argues that there is an urgent need to strengthen Cambodia's regulatory framework, especially aspects related to transparency and accountability.
URLhttp://sird.gbgerakbudaya.com/water-governance-dynamics-in-the-mekong-region/
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Countries

Cambodia, China, Vietnam
Document Type

Book Chapter

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