VIENTIANE: The Lao National Mekong Committee Secretariat, in collaboration with the Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, hosted a multilateral technical exchange meeting on flood forecasting to strengthen preparedness and improve responses to future flood disasters.
The meeting, held in Lao capital Vientiane from Tuesday (Oct 13) to Wednesday (Oct 14), was chaired by Phonepaseuth Phouliphanh, secretary general of the Lao National Mekong Committee Secretariat, and attended by representatives from relevant government agencies and Lancang-Mekong Cooperation countries, including China, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, according to a report issued by the Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on Thursday (Oct 15).
The meeting aimed to exchange technical knowledge and experiences in flood forecasting and discuss lessons learned in the operation and management of flood forecasting systems.
During the meeting, representatives presented their respective flood forecasting systems and shared experiences in applying advanced technologies and improving technical management.
The discussions also emphasised sustainable and equitable water resource management, inclusive planning, and stronger regional cooperation under the LMC framework.
The exchange provided an important platform for member countries to strengthen technical collaboration, share best practices, and enhance flood forecasting capabilities. - Xinhua
