In recent decades, rich tropical forests of the Greater Mekong region have been steadily depleted by the world’s growing appetite for timber.

Recognizing the impact of the timber trade on natural forests, governments in the Greater Mekong region have come up with laws to regulate logging and timber exports.

However, insufficient political will and collusion between officials, businesspeople and criminal groups means enforcement is limited.

There is a clear need to strengthen local laws and enforcement, but pressure from foreign governments, businesses and consumers can help.

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