Mekong Delta’s response to climate change
(VOVworld)- A conference on climate change adaptation and water resource management in the Mekong River Delta took place in Ca Mau on Monday. In his address, the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Tran Hong Ha said climate change seriously threatens the Mekong River Delta.
In addition, the exploitation of upper stream water, especially hydro-power dams in the Mekong River are affecting the currents and exhausting water resources in the region. Mr. Ha said:
“Due to the impact of climate change, the Mekong River Delta has become less fertile. We need to change our mindset for development. We cannot depend on nature but must use our wisdom and technology to develop sustainably. We need to turn the challenges of climate change into development opportunities”.
At the conference, delegates discussed the impact of climate change and sea-level rises in the Mekong Delta. They introduced solutions to properly manage water resources, reduce drought and salt water intrusion as well as a number of response models.