ИСТИНА

The report examines water problems in Southeast Asia, in particular among the ASEAN member states, whose states belong to the Mekong subregion. Water security is becoming increasingly important for regional security in the continental Southeast Asia. However, mismanagement of water resources in the Mekong river basin is a source of tension and conflict between riparian countries. In this regard, the report presents an analysis of ASEAN's position, as well as the role of the organization in addressing this transnational security challenge. Based on the study, the following methods of managing water resources in the Mekong river basin were identified and justified: linking security issues (the relationship between water, food and energy security), establishing communication between stakeholders, and developing institutional interaction within ASEAN.