Project Context and Practical Issues for Flood Management

This presentation gave a brief overview on the work that has been carried out under ADB's regional technical assistance project on Strengthening Integrated Flood Risk Management. It also discussed the concept of integrated flood risk management, and included a participation exercise that guided participants in identifying the most important flood management issues and project activities that can address these issues.

Citarum River

The Citarum River is the most important river basin in West Java, Indonesia. Economic development and population growth, however, have contributed to the river’s current perilous situation. Working hand in hand is essential to protect this precious resource and achieve a better Citarum.