How the Mekong River Feeds the World

Опубликовано: 02 Декабрь 2024
на канале: National Committee on U.S.-China Relations

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The Mekong River provides millions of people in and beyond Southeast Asia with food, water, and agricultural productivity. 20% of the world’s freshwater fish comes from the Mekong River, supplying the shelves of stores across the globe. However, the river system is actively threatened by climate change and upstream dams. While many countries of the Mekong basin prioritize the health of the river, China places economic growth above those concerns. How can the United States, China, and Lower Mekong River (LMR) countries work together to keep the Mekong healthy?

Brian Eyler joins the National Committee in an interview recorded on October 11, 2024 to explain the global significance of the Mekong River, pressing threats to the region, and how U.S.-China collaboration can keep the river healthy.

0:00 Introduction
0:28 Why is water security a global issue?
1:21 What factors threaten water security?
3:10 Are the issues that face the Mekong unique?
4:46 Role of the U.S. and China in the Mekong region
7:25 How to keep the Mekong healthy
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