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Civil society organizations and affected communities in Sarawak are calling for full engagement in decisions about the proposed cascading hydropower dams along the Tutoh, Belaga, Danum, Balui, and Gaat river systems. Groups including Save Rivers and The Borneo Project emphasize that decisions made during the feasibility study will impact indigenous lands and livelihoods.

They highlight concerns over past hydropower projects that displaced communities and stress the need for free, prior, and informed consent. The organizations demand respect for Native Customary Rights and independent environmental assessments to ensure transparency.