Conference assesses policies on natural resource management in Mekong Delta

An international conference held in Can Tho city on October 4 looked into the system of policies for managing natural resources and the environment in the Mekong Delta, seeking to promote climate change adaptation.

The event was held both in person and via videoconference by the Academy of Politics Region IV, the Can Tho University, and the Northumbria University of the UK. Participants pointed out that the Mekong Delta holds a strategic position and specially important role in terms of politics, economy, society, defence, and security.

Experts presented some effective management models in Vietnam and other countries as examples, and suggested measures for sustainably developing the Mekong Delta in adaptation to climate change.

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