06/27/2011
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"the risks of both Chinese and proposed Lower Mekong projects the region's hard-won peace, stability, and the longer term prospects for sustainable development."
"We can decline to invest in projects that are clearly harmful to environmental concerns."
"As you know, China, which has about 20 percent of the Mekong River's water resources, is not a member of the Mekong River Commission."
"Today's hearing will explore the critical intersection of the environment, foreign policy, and security in Southeast Asia."