China, Burma and Thailand ink giant hydro deal

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Countries plan feasibility study for 7GW hydropower plant as China boosts its capacity

China, Burma, and Thailand have reportedly agreed to undertake a joint study on the feasibility of a 7GW hydropower project on the Salween River in Burma. According to a report from industry website...

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