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Together with the Institute of Labour Science and Social Affairs (ILLSA), Hanns Seidel Foundation organized a
Consultation Workshop on the impact of Climate Change on livelihoods of people in the Mekong Delta

Vietnam is among the 5 countries hardest hit by climate change and the negative effects are already visible. Around 20% of the Vietnamese population lives in the Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam, and the majority of the region’s population still resides in rural areas.

Representatives of the provinces in the Delta Region came together in Ca Mau to discuss the impact of climate change.

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Climate change is a significant threat to the working lives of people living in the Mekong Delta – especially for those whose income depends on agriculture and aquaculture. Droughts, flash floods and salinity intrusion are among the most severe challenges. Many households in the region are already threatened in their existence.

HSF Vietnam supports its long-term partner ILSSA in conducting empirical research on this important topic that will eventually lead to concrete policy recommendations for sustainable and decent work strategies that counter the negative effects of climate change in the Mekong Delta.

During the workshop that took place in Ca Mau City, representatives of the provinces in the Delta Region, various associations and think tanks provided input for the research. The research results will be published by the end of the year and serve as basis for fundamental policy recommendations.

Representatives of the provinces in the Delta Region came together in Ca Mau to discuss the impact of climate change.

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