PHOTO ESSAYS: THE MEKONG RIVER: THAILAND AND LAOS: Mekong__JDP8955

An overview of the Mekong River from the hills above Ban Kok Wow. A proposed dam on this section of the Mekong River, near Pak Chom, threatens the livelihood of Ban Kok Wan villagers who rely daily on the rivers lifeline.

An overview of the Mekong River from the hills above Ban Kok Wow. A proposed dam on this section of the Mekong River, near Pak Chom, threatens the livelihood of Ban Kok Wan villagers who rely daily on the rivers lifeline.