VIENTIANE, Sept 20 (NNN-KPL) – Representatives from member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Mekong River Commission (MRC) member countries, gathered here for the second ASEAN-MRC Water Security Dialogue, pledging to address water security challenges across Mekong and ASEAN regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dialogue, held on Wednesday, agreed on a mechanism for fostering regional cooperation, enhancing resilience and advancing sustainable development in ASEAN and the Mekong region, according to Laos’ Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dialogue recognised numerous pressing challenges facing ASEAN and the Mekong region, including climate change, disaster-related events, such as floods, droughts and landslides, human-induced changes, water scarcity, and food security concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his speech, Lao Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Bounkham Vorachit, said that, the dialogue provided a platform for policymakers and stakeholders to exchange innovative ideas, identify areas of cooperation on sustainability, and reaffirm commitment to tackle water security challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dialogue emphasised the need for increased investment in water infrastructure, climate adaptation, sustainable management and conservation of natural resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The dialogue also stressed that, regional cooperation, mutual understanding, shared investments and joint projects will drive progress towards water security and sustainable development for all.– NNN-KPL <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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