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Asian Leaders Warn Competition Over Water Could Lead to Conflict

Asian and Pacific leaders, who gathered in Thailand this weekend for the 2nd Asia-Pacific Water Summit, warned that fierce competition in the region for water resources has the potential to cause conflicts.
Chinese Mines Blamed for Environmental Degradation, Water Pollution in Tibet

Tibet’s vast mineral resources are necessary for China’s environmental growth, but Tibetan activists say Chinese mining activities have not taken environmental protections seriously, resulting in degradation and pollution of water sources.
Chilean Copper Producer CODELCO Faces Protests Over Andina 244 Project

The National Copper Corporation of Chile (CODELCO) faces protests by workers and public opposition to its Andina 244 expansion project.
Chile’s Aguas Andinas Criticized Over “Secret Agreement” for Alto Maipo Hydropower Project

Santiago water supplier Aguas Andinas, which is facing fines and other legal action over recent water cuts in the Chilean capital, is now under fire for its involvement in the Alto Maipo hydropower project.

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