Description:
Chinese authorities are building a fence along the Burmese border near Laiza in Kachin State, reportedly to deter drug traffickers.
Awng Wa, of the Kachin Development Networking Group, based on the Sino-Burmese border, told The Irrawaddy on Tuesday that work began on the fence last month. He said it is expected to be at least 10 km long.
Source/publisher:
"The Irrawaddy"
Date of Publication:
2008-12-23
Date of entry:
2010-09-30
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- Individual Documents
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Language:
English