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KOMEC and MKCF’s Milestone Event and Technical Workshop Unite Mekong Region and the Republic of Korea for Water Resources Management

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Bangkok, Thailand – Supported by the Mekong-Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund (MKCF), the Korea-Mekong Water Center (KOMEC) successfully convened a milestone event and technical workshop on May 2–3, 2024, at the Conrad Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand. The event aimed to foster closer collaboration between the Republic of Korea (ROK) and Mekong countries in water resources management. This initiative falls under KOMEC’s project, “Integration of Knowledge Hub for Water and Environment in the MKCF Framework,” funded by MKCF.

The milestone event and workshop provided a platform for MKCF’s project implementing agencies (PIAs), Mekong development partners, government officials from Lower Mekong Countries, and representatives from Mekong regional organizations to share expertise, and experiences, and engage in discussions on technical challenges and project requirements.

Esteemed delegates from Mekong countries and the ROK, alongside development partners such as the United States, Australia, the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and various UN agencies participated in the event. In addition, representatives from government bodies and academia graced the occasion, reaffirming the commitment and collaborative spirit toward addressing critical water issues in the region.

The event saw significant strides in project management and international collaboration. Participants gained a thorough grasp of the technical aspects of ongoing MKCF projects. Thematic groupings for technical consultations were identified, paving the way for focused discussions and problem-solving. Moreover, attention was directed toward forming an Expert Advisory Group (EAG) to address the challenges of water resources-related projects.

On international collaboration, the event served as a platform for networking and fostering connections among water experts. Stakeholders collaboratively pinpointed prevailing water and environmental agendas in the Mekong region and potential scale-up plans for Mekong water projects.

The technical workshop, a crucial event component, delved into the intricacies of ongoing projects, aiming to identify challenges and opportunities through close collaboration with PIAs. Strategically sequenced, the workshop comprised presentations, Q&A sessions, and group discussions.

Notably, Mr. Madhurjya K. Dutta, Director of the Trade and Investment Facilitation (TIF) Department at the Mekong Institute (MI) and the MKCF, played a pivotal role in facilitating the “Agenda Lab.” This session served as a platform to gather feedback on the forthcoming Mekong-Korea Water Forum (MKWF). Participants engaged in detailed discussions covering various aspects of the MKWF, including program formation, session contents, and proposed ideas for restructuring its framework. Insights from individual surveys will inform strategic planning and program enhancement for the 3rd MKWF, scheduled for 2025.

The success of the milestone event and technical workshop underscores the commitment of MKCF, KOMEC, and its partners in shaping the future direction of water management initiatives, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing projects that address pressing water issues in the Mekong River basin.

MI has served as the fund coordinator of MKCF since 2015. The fund provides grants for regional projects aligned with the national priorities of GMS countries. To learn more about MKCF, visit: www.mekongrok.org/mekong-rok-cooperation.php

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Mrs. Guohua Liu

Director, Sustainable Energy & Environment (SEE) Department

Mrs. Liu Guohua is the Director of the Sustainable Energy and Environment Department at the Mekong Institute. Prior to this role, she worked in the Department of International Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, where she played a key role in shaping and implementing China’s cooperation strategies with UN development agencies. During this time, Mrs. Liu was actively involved in advancing initiatives related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on climate change and green development. Additionally, she contributed to the evaluation of projects funded by various Chinese initiatives, such as the Global Development and South-South Cooperation Fund, Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Special Fund, etc.

In addition to her work in the Department of International Economic Affairs, Mrs. Liu has an extensive diplomatic background. She spent 7 years in the Department of African Affairs, followed by a 4-year tenure at the Chinese Embassy in Lao PDR, where she gained deep expertise in both Southeast Asian and African affairs. These diverse experiences have played a crucial role in shaping her approach to sustainable development and international collaboration, particularly in building regional partnerships and tackling global challenges like climate change.

She holds a Master’s degree in Economics, with a specialization in Finance, from the Central University of Finance and Economics, and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, specializing in International Economics and Trade, from the Shanghai University of International Business and Economics.