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Vietnam-Oregon initiative highlights disaster mitigation experience

by VTV 407 July 2015 Last updated at 12:15 PM

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Vietnam-Oregon initiative highlights disaster mitigation experience
VTV.vn - A joint Vietnam-Oregon Initiative conference held in Quang Nam on July 6 underlined efforts by the central province of Quang Nam wants to work closely with the US state of Oregon on community-based early warning and disaster mitigation.

The central province has frequently suffered droughts, floods and increased salinity from saltwater intrusion in recent years. Representatives from Oregon’s Portland University shared their experience in personnel training, construction of disaster-proof facilities and storm alert stations.

The Vietnam-Oregon Initiative started in May 2014 with the objective of building a comprehensive and effective partnership in disaster mitigation and public administration. The conference was co-hosted by Quang Nam authorities and Portland University as part of activities to mark 20th year of Vietnam - US relations.

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