At this dialogue, Raymond Valiant, Regional Coordinator of Global Water Partnership Southeast Asia (GWP SEA)<\/b>, presented a compelling call to action for enhanced collaboration on Southeast Asia\u2019s shared water bodies<\/b>. He emphasized the mounting pressures of climate change and conflict, which are increasing the need for regional preparedness, early warning systems, and stronger adaptive capacities.<\/b><\/p>\n
Raymond also highlighted ongoing gaps in negotiation skills, technical knowledge, and regional data-sharing mechanisms.<\/b> He urged ASEAN member states and partners to build on their shared experience, including a decade of cooperation through initiatives like the Mekong River Commission, regional dialogue events, and cross-border training programs supported by GWP SEA.<\/b><\/p>\n
Looking ahead, GWP SEA proposed<\/b> two-day Multi Stakeholder Dialogue<\/b> on transboundary waters to be held in 2026 at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta. The initiative aims to develop a shared roadmap, promote joint commitments, and accelerate progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 6.5 on integrated water resources management.<\/b> It closed by reaffirming Global Water Partnership\u2019s ongoing commitment to facilitating policy dialogue, capacity-building, and practical solutions for sustainable water governance in the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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