Koh Chang under threat
Unregulated development and illegal occupation of public land are a blight on the popular island
- Published: 19/09/2010 at 02:57 AM
- Newspaper section: Spectrum
Frequent visitors to Koh Chang like to joke about a beach road that is permanently flooded. The absurdity of the problem is that the muddy pool of water is caused by a bitter row between two local administrative officials, one of whom blocked the drainage channel in front of the office of his adversary.
CONTRASTS: The beach is hidden behind this popular pub on the western side of Koh Chang. Below, responsible tourism is practised by a number of resort owners on the eastern side of the island.
"So when it rains, water from the mountains collects on the road," said a local resident. "And since the conflict is between two influential people, nobody can do anything."
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About the author
- Writer: Songpol Kaopatumtip
- Position: Spectrum Editor
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