Transboundary Issues of Water Governance in Mekong River Basin

Abstract

South East Asian is one of the regions that are suffering prominent transboundary water and energy problems in the world. The interaction between water and energy issues in South East Asian is a critical factor that makes the transboundary water problem complicated and are beset with numerous contradictions. The paper considers the implications of dam development in the Mekong Basin, drawing on recent research to review predicted changes in hydrology and the resulting impacts on fishery resources. Besides,  discusses the disputes and cooperation practices of South East Asian Nations in transboundary water and energy resources. Later, the paper also assesses the contribution of the Mekong River Commission (MRC) and the Greater Mekong Sub-Region (GMS) to the sustainable development of the Mekong Region as well as to the promotion of regional cooperation in mainland South East Asia in general