Paradissa Travel’s Post

Considering that the most technologically advanced country in the world is quite helpless before the wrath of nature that visited upon Loss Angeles is a lesson for less developed countries like Bangladesh https://lnkd.in/dNV8NqH3

I travelled to Laos as a new trustee of MAG to join the 30 year celebrations of MAG’s Laos programme and to visit teams on the Vietnam border clearing unexplored cluster munitions in the area of the Ho Chi Minh trail. One or two personal thoughts from a moving and inspiring trip: 1. The most bombed country per capita in the world (to date ….) is still dealing with the consequences nearly 60 years on: it is a sign of the impact that Laos added an 18th sustainable development goal to clear unexploded ordnance. 2. The MAG programme is big (1400 staff) but the scale of the devastation and the painstaking nature of the clearance work means that there is still much to do. 3. It was inspiring to see that the programme over the years has developed significant Lao expertise in this technical and potentially dangerous work. Most of the staff have been recruited and trained from the local villages and over the years a number of women and men have developed such a level of expertise that some have become senior managers in the government’s agency or are now taking on the senior operations jobs previously the exclusive preserve of western ex-army bomb disposal experts. 4. But the most sober lesson for me was just how long it takes to recover from this kind of bombing campaign. It gives a new perspective on what it will take to recover from the current devastation being wrought today eg in Gaza. Decisions that come out of military logic such as the decisions to supply Ukraine with cluster bombs and, in recent days, anti-personnel mines, look very different in the knowledge of the decades of problems they will store up for the people on the ground after the fighting has stopped.

Beautiful Raja Ampat Islands, West Papua. West Papua is located on the western half of the island of New Guinea, which about 250km north of Australia. West Papua shares the imaginary border with the independent state of Papua New Guinea. West Papua is currently being colonized by Indonesia.

Chinese town at Australia

https://lnkd.in/g4mUSByT Mystical Myanmar: Unraveling its Wonders Introduction Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a country of captivating landscapes, rich culture, and deep spirituality. Nestled in Southeast Asia, it offers a mix of ancient traditions and natural beauty. For years, Myanmar remained shrouded in mystery, its treasures hidden from the global stage. But now, this gem is shining brighter than ever as more travelers are discovering its charm. Why should you explore Myanmar now? From golden pagodas to untouched beaches and diverse ethnic cultures, Myanmar is a land of wonders waiting to be unraveled. A Glimpse into Myanmar’s History The Ancient Kingdom of Pagan Myanmar’s history is as fascinating as its landscapes. One of the earliest highlights is the Kingdom of Pagan, which thrived from the 9th to the 13th centuries. This period marked the rise of Bagan, home to over 2,000 temples that stand tall today, offering a glimpse into the country’s glorious past. Colonial Influence and Independence In the 19th century, Myanmar fell under British colonial rule, which left a lasting impact on its architecture and culture. After gaining independence in 1948, Myanmar has worked hard to preserve its unique identity while adapting to modern influences.

https://lnkd.in/g4mUSByT  Mystical Myanmar: Unraveling its Wonders Introduction Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is a  country of captivating landscapes, rich culture,  and deep spirituality. Nestled in Southeast Asia,  it offers a mix of ancient traditions and natural  beauty. For years, Myanmar remained  shrouded in mystery, its treasures hidden from  the global stage. But now, this gem is shining  brighter than ever as more travelers are  discovering its charm. Why should you explore Myanmar now? From  golden pagodas to untouched beaches and  diverse ethnic cultures, Myanmar is a land of  wonders waiting to be unraveled. A Glimpse into Myanmar’s History The Ancient Kingdom of Pagan Myanmar’s history is as fascinating as its  landscapes. One of the earliest highlights is the  Kingdom of Pagan, which thrived from the 9th  to the 13th centuries. This period marked the  rise of Bagan, home to over 2,000 temples that  stand tall today, offering a glimpse into the  country’s glorious past. Colonial Influence and Independence In the 19th century, Myanmar fell under British  colonial rule, which left a lasting impact on its  architecture and culture. After gaining  independence in 1948, Myanmar has worked  hard to preserve its unique identity while  adapting to modern influences.

The Philippines’ exclusive economic zone is studded with unoccupied reefs and low-tide elevations that Manila fears China could seize to enforce ever more of its territorial claims. (Map by yours truly) Read the story here: https://lnkd.in/gjuQRaT7

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Introducing Natural River and Sea Sand from Myanmar for your multi-purpose purposes.

PNG IS OUT OF THE TOP 10 RICHEST COUNTRIES IN THE OCEANIA REGARDLESS OF THE RICHNESS IN NATURAL RESOURCES