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Consider the implications of oil and gas exploration in the Langkasuka Basin

Environmental watchdog RimbaWatch has warned of the potential implications of Petronas’ new oil and gas exploration project in the Langkasuka basin, located in the northern part of the Strait of Malacca, just 30km from Penang Island and 20km from Langkawi.

In a statement today, the group said the new exploration not only detracts from Malaysia’s mitigation responsibilities, but also threatens coastal marine biodiversity, the livelihoods of fishing communities and local tourism…