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Cambodia |
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National Water Resources Policy and Water Resource Management Law wew adopted in 2007 and provide the framework for IWRM. It is in line with the Government’s Statement of Economic Strategy (SES) and the National Environment and Development Management Strategies (NEMS) approved by Cabinet in 1993. IWRM strategy and roadmap in Cambodga was adopted by Government in 2007.
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China
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Water Resources Conservation, Protection and Management Plan in China was issued by Ministry of Water Resources in June 2009. The plan focuses on the planning of the concrete water resources conservation, protection and management projects. There is also the Urban Drinking Water Sources Protection Plan (2008-2020) jointly issued by Ministry of Environment Protection, National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Housing, Urban and Rural Construction, Ministry of Water Resources and Ministry of Health which will guide environmental protection and pollution control work at drinking water source areas.
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India |
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National water Policy was adopted in September 1987. Since then, a number of issues and challenges have emerged in the development and management of the water resources. Therefore, the National Water Policy (1987) has been reviewed and updated. |
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Indonesia |
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There is a Water Resources Management Law aropted in 2004. IWRM reform was launched in 2008 with the establishment of National Water Resources Council. |
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Israel |
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There is no IWRM plan but the Water Law 5719/1959 is the core of the national water policy which was amended in 1971, 1991, 2004. In addition, a series of other water-related laws to complement the main Water Law e.g. Water and Sewage Corporation Law (2001) exist. In 2000 Israel started to act according to the principles of IWRM. The Ministry of Environment adopted a set of policy guidelines in 2000 including public participation, regional and international cooperation. In 2001 the Water and Sewage Corporation Law water legislation has shifted towards privatisation and a Joint Water Committee has been formed. More so, the 1995 Interim Agreement on the West Bank and Gaza has formed the basis for Israeli-Palestinian water cooperation
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Jordan |
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The National Water Master Plan (2004) is an equivalent of an IWRM Plan. There are also other important plans and strategies supplementing the national water master plan. These include the Comprehensive Water Strategy (2003) (adopted by the Ministry of Water & Irrigation), Jordan’s Water Strategy ‘Water for Life’ 2008-2022 (2009), Strategic Plans for Water Supply and the Sewage Sector (2007-2012) developed by the Water Authority of Jordan. Private sector involvement in the water sector is now a priority issue and different models of public-private-partnership are in use. National Agenda (Kulluna al Urdum) 2006-2015 includes reference to the water sector. Problem of law enforcement is still prominent however; Jordan is a leader on issues of water demand management. Important authorities responsible for management of water are Ministry of Water & Irrigation, Water Authority of Jordan and Jordan Valley Authority
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Kazakhstan |
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The National IWRM/WE Programme was elaborated in 2008 with a support of UNDP, as assistance the Government of Norway, IDIF, SIWI and GWP. The Programme has been drawn up under the involvement of all government organizations concerned, major water users, local authorities and local community. The implementation of the Programme refers to category of innovative activity and in accordance with the legislation shall be a subject to the state support. It is pending to the approval.
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Lao PDR |
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The National Water Resources Strategy and Action Plan (2011-2015) were developed in 2009, waiting for approval. |
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Lebanone |
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There is no IWRM Plan in place at the moment and the elaboration of an IWRM Plan has just been launched. It will be conducted through Phase II of the MED EUWI Water Policy Dialogue in Lebanon (2010-2012. In addition to the elaboration of the IWRM plan there are also other initiative processes being undertaken. A review of the 10-Year Water Strategy Plan was conducted (2008-2010) through the officially-requested MED EUWI Water Policy Dialogue in Lebanon. The review has identified strategic elements and recommendations towards adopting IWRM and initiated a process of multi-stakeholder dialogue on IWRM. A National Water Sector Strategy (NWSS) also being elaborated by the Lebanese Ministry of Energy and Water (LMoEW). The drafting of a Water Code is being finalised and taking into consideration the NWSS and the Water Code is expected to provide institutional guidance for water governance framework according to the IWRM approach.
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Malaysia |
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National Water Vision formulated in 2000, however, till now, there is no comprehensive national policy on water resources. Eight sectoral policies related to water resources management were formulated during the period 2000-2010. |
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Singapore |
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There are no comprehensive policies on water resources management. There are several sectoral policies addressing water related issues. |
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Occupied Palestinian Territories |
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A 2003 Integrated Water Management Plan for West Bank and Gaza corresponds to the principles of IWRM Plan and is explicitly the basis for water resource management. The Water Law No. 3 (2002) with amendments pending Cabinet’s approval constitutes all key elements of national water policy. In 1995 an interim Agreement with Israel on water management and sharing was reached between West Bank and Gaza. There exists a water law which is harmonised with other national legislation on environment, land-use, and health and endorsed in international agreements. The water law includes water management aspects of stakeholder involvement, role of private sector in water and user-pays principles. A legal obligation includes the elaboration IWRM Action Plan and/or Water Strategy. However, it is difficult to assess the implementation of IWRM instruments as the legislative and institutional frameworks are not in place and/or are challenged by the political situation. Institutions responsible for the management of water include, National Water Council, Palestinian Water Authority and National (Bulk) Water Utility. Management is done at different levels; Regional Utilities: West Bank Water Department, While at local level: Municipal Water Departments, Village Councils and Joint Service Councils. Finally, there is a Joint Water Committee with Israel.
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Philippines |
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The National Water Resources Board Strategic Planning and Management of Integrated Water Resources Management in Philippines. The National Water Resources Board and the Philippine Water Partnership served as the focal point in the Formulation of the National Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) Plan Framework which was funded UNEP. The Plan was made through the collective efforts of the Steering Committee composed of the NWRB Board members who provided guidance and the active participation of the Multi-sectoral Task Force composed of different stakeholders in the water sector. In January 2006, the UNEP-assisted IWRM 2005 SEA Project to commence implementation in the Philippines. This was intended to accelerate IWRM implementation in the Philippines through the development of a National IWRM and Water Efficiency Improvement Plan. The Medium Term Philippine Development Plan (2004-2010) recognizes and underscores the necessity of adopting and institutionalizing the IWRM approach as the preferred strategy for water resources management and for achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDG). This is also in line with the country’s commitment to the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD)Philippine watercode 1979 and Philippine Clean Water Act. The objective is to enhance the capability of NWRB to contribute to the development of policies and implementation of integrated water resources management to support socio-economic development and sustainable utilization of the country’s water and related resources. |
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Syria |
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The 10th Syrian Five-Year Plan (2006-2010) recognised water sector as a priority area and accentuated the need for an IWRM Plan. The envisaged IWRM Plan is expected to incorporate aspects of water resources, soil classification as well as possible new water projects and the rehabilitation. Currently a National Water Strategy (2003) exists which was a result of Water Sector Analysis completed in 2000. The State Planning Commission, a Directorate of IWRM was set up in 2006. More so, independent water directorates at the basin level have been established and responsibility for water supply and sanitation has been decentralised to local water authorities and municipalities. Water Strategy entails provisions for elaborating an IWRM Plan up to the year. Water Law No. 31 determines water rights by a combination of Shariah Law and Ottoman Majalla code and the law is harmonised with legislation on environment and land use, agriculture, health or the international agreements the country has endorsed. The following ministries are responsible in managing water, Ministry of Irrigation, Ministry of Housing and Construction and Ministry of Agriculture and Agrarian Reform
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Thailand
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A final version of the long-term water resources management strategy as well a short-term (three-year) strategy and Action Plan (annex II) has been submitted for Government consideration. It is expected that Cabinet will consider the submitted strategies with a view to making them the national water resources strategies. |
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Vietnam |
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The National Water Resources Strategy and Law on water resources in Vietnam towards the Year 2020 is the first national document set out comprehensively. Some areas have been identified and implementation measures regarding the protection, exploitation, use and development of water resources, as well as the prevention, and mitigation of adverse impacts caused by water together with 18 high priority projects for implementation of the National Water Resources Strategy for the period 2006-2010. |
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