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Riverbank restorations protect nearby communities

19/07/2026

02:13

As riverbank erosion continues to threaten communities in the Mekong Delta, Đồng Tháp Province is accelerating an emergency restoration project along the Tiền River. Crews are racing against time to complete the US$9.5 million embankment ahead of the upcoming flood season, providing a crucial layer of protection for local livelihoods and infrastructure.

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