Myanmar clashes stall completion of Southeast Asia economic corridor

Fighting along border with Thailand drives shipping costs to soar 50%

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A former member of the Myanmar parliament trains in an area controlled by ethnic Karen rebels. © Reuters

Nikkei staff writers

BANGKOK -- Fighting between ethnic rebels and the Myanmar military near the border with Thailand has stalled a massive economic development project that aims to promote trade among Mekong Delta countries.

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