Bangkok:The Royal Irrigation Department is collaborating with international organizations to enhance water management systems along the lower eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River. This initiative aims to improve irrigation infrastructure to better address the challenges of floods and droughts.

According to Thai News Agency, a high-level meeting was held at the Grand Center Point Lumpini Hotel in Bangkok, involving Mr. Raphiphat Chantarasriwong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Mr. Wittaya Kaewmee, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, and representatives from international agencies such as the Asian Development Bank, the French Development Agency, and the World Bank.

The project focuses on boosting water management efficiency and ensuring water security in the agricultural sector. By enhancing the irrigation system's capabilities, it seeks to mitigate the effects of fluctuating water levels and promote the use of innovative water management techniques.

This collaborative effort is part of a broader strategy to strengthen water security and improve the quality of life for residents in the lower eastern Chao Phraya River basin. The meeting also coincided with Thailand hosting the World Bank and International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings, highlighting the country's commitment to advancing water infrastructure through international cooperation.