HÀ NỘI — As Việt Nam faces increasing challenges regarding water resources, experts are highlighting the importance of clear responsibilities of authorities, as well as the public's own engagement. With the amendment of the Law on Water Resources underway, many experts point out that it is necessary to develop a mechanism that can address the ongoing shortcomings regarding national water management. Hà said: “This overlapping management decreases the efficiency and effectiveness of water resources management. However, the topic has not received adequate attention, leading to the mere modest focus on water resources management in local planning. “Current water resources management is basically in the MoNRE’s scope, but it concerns many other ministries, such as the MARD and the MoIT.

Source: Viet Nam News June 30, 2023 12:56 UTC