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Chulalongkorn study says new Thai-Lao bridge to create problems

BANGKOK: -- A number of Thai social problems will arise from the second Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge which was opened officially last Wednesday, according to a study conducted by Chulalongkorn University's Asian Studies Centre.

Social problems anticipated in the wake of the new Mekong River bridge opening, according to the study, include an influx of Lao workers into Thailand which could help reduce labour shortage in Thailand and lower production costs.

But problems -- including increased crime, narcotics trafficking, smuggling, prostitution and illegal entry -- are expected, while the daily lives of Thai northeasterners would be changed, the study said, recommending that the government increase its readiness to deal with such challenges.

It said government agencies and concerned agencies should be prepared to cope with anticipated problems such as the dwindling agricultural area, waste and water pollution, overcrowding, transportation and services, migration of foreign workers, and public utilities.

The second Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge opened December 20. The bridge is part of efforts to open transport links in Southeast Asia under a scheme sponsored by the Asian Development Bank. By connecting Thailand's northeastern province of Mukdahan with Savannakhet in southern Laos, it provides a direct road link to central Vietnam.

--TNA 2006-12-26

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