Shortage of Mangrove Charcoal from Myeik Archipelago Hits Southern Thailand
Dawei Watch
January 14, 2026RANONG — Mangrove charcoal imported from Myanmar’s Myeik Archipelago has vanished from markets in Ranong, Southern Thailand, according to members of the local Myanmar community. The shortage began in early December following a surge in naval inspections linked to the Myanmar military junta’s staggered elections. The Myeik Archipelago, a primary source of high-quality mangrove charcoal, […]


