Cultural Barrier : Social and Economic Relationships of Nyo Communities along the Mekong River

Dr.Athirach Nankhantee

Abstract

This article is aimed at studying the social and economic relationship of the relatives of the two communities on the Mekong River through the traditional. The study uses qualitative research. By interview And participatory observation With case study Ban Tha Dok Kaew, Tha Uthen District Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, and Ban Huai Kham Khen Boon, Khammouane, Lao PDR The study showed that the two Nyo communities along the Mekong River. At the same time, the formation of a community with long-lasting historical, cultural and economic development. It is the way of life of the people on the banks of the river to cross the river to live a livelihood in abundant land. Without distinguishing it as left or right side.When the Mekong River changes into a border Crossing the border is a turning point. It is a state effort to gain control of the area. The Cultural Barrier continues to operate in social areas of people on both sides of the border. It is a mechanism and instrument for building international relations at the community level. It is a social network based on a cultural kinship, while the national state looks at it as a fixed border. Therefore, try to set policies to strengthen control and development of space in all ages. But both sides of the population have made a smooth transition to living and crossing the border continually, despite their border  demarcation in the definition of the state.