The article explores how trade and logging affect deforestation and reforestation in the border areas of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. The researchers aim to understand if provinces bordering these countries experience more deforestation and reforestation. They review existing literature on forest transition and leakage, analyze statistical data, and propose solutions to address potential issues. The study suggests that border provinces may indeed experience different levels of forest cover change compared to non-border provinces, highlighting the complex interplay between trade, plantations, and logging in the region.