In order to formulate a proper and effective flood control and water management program for the Mekong River, it is imperative to fully understand the hydrologic phenomena that occur in the Lower Mekong area, where the water flow changes remarkably in its direction and volume between the dry and the rainy seasons.

CTII has undertaken technical studies and analyses to identify the hydrologic phenomena in the Lower Mekong, and also provided the Mekong River Commission (MRC) with assistance of its institutional strengthening and capacity development.