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The Mekong-ROK Cooperation Fund aims to promote regional sustainability by addressing climate change and environmental concerns. It focuses on cross-sector cooperation to combat air, water, and land pollution, reduce the effects of floods, droughts, and saltwater intrusion, and promote environmentally friendly technologies.
The framework aims to strengthen the Mekong region's resilience by promoting low-GHG transportation and the development of e-mobility ecosystems. Furthermore, it promotes the use of electric vehicles (EVs) and develops low-carbon emission rules in the transportation sector. The plan of action strongly supports biodiversity protection, green industries, and green cities while encouraging collaboration in areas such as energy efficiency, circular economy, and sustainable consumption.
Cooperate in water resources management, ensuring a harmonious flow that sustains the region's communities and ecosystems.
Collaborate in disaster management, standing prepared to face natural hazards and protect our communities.
Cooperate in the sustainable management of natural resources, acting as guardians of the region's biodiversity.
Mitigate and adapt to climate change, fostering practices that allow the Mekong to thrive amidst environmental challenges.
Promote sustainable transport and logistics, moving towards a future where every journey contributes to environmental sustainability.
Promote Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices in production sectors, fostering ethical progress.
Develop green infrastructure to enhance climate resilience, building a foundation for resilient and sustainable futures.
Apply traditional knowledge in natural resources management, weaving the wisdom of the past into sustainable practices.
The regional implications of this proposed project are critical as the Mekong River basin has been facing significant change with a critical resource for the countries and target communities. By improving watershed management in the Prek Thnot Basin, this project can contribute to the broader efforts to promote sustainable and integrated management of the Lower Mekong River basin.
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ASEAN has strengthened efforts to resolve the development gap through the & #39;Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity (MPAC) 2025 and the Initiative for ASEAN Integration (IAI) work plan. In addition, a new direction of international cooperation has been proposed with the adoption of the United Nations & #39; Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015 and the signing of the Paris Agreement to combat climate change and adapt to its effects.
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Cassava is an economically important crop for the countries in the Mekong region. Considerable trade in cassava and cassava products occurs between these countries. As it is usually grown on a small scale, many farming family’s livelihood depending upon this crop. The value of cassava exports for both Vietnam and Thailand in 2017 were roughly US$1 billion each.
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Saline intrusion and climate change-related natural risks have been being occurred increasingly serious in many countries of Mekong region, especially countries in the lower Mekong River.
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10-May-2024
Due to the rapid growth of population, climate change and environmental pollution, clean water resources have become limited, seriously affecting people’s wellbeing, especially in the rural areas. As water, inequalitie...
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26-Apr-2024
Discover how Vietnam and Cambodia are tackling rice farming challenges. Climate change, labor shortages, and burning rice straw pose serious threats. But with the Rice Straw-Based Circular Economy for Improved Biodiversi...
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Madhurjya Kumar Dutta
Director, Mekong Korea Cooperation Fund
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