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Network of Asian River Basin Organizations

The Network of Asian River Basin Organization established in 2003, works to bring Integrated Water Resources Management in river basins throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
Network of Asian River Basin Organizations

Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) is recognized by many as the paradigm for establishing good water governance and putting water resources on the recovery path. The Network of Asian River Basin Organizations (NARBO) was established to share knowledge and build capacity for IWRM in river basins throughout the Asia and Pacific region.

ADB, ADB Institute, and the Japan Water Agency supported NARBO’s establishment in 2003, with these objectives:

  • Exchange of information and experience among river basin organizations (RBOs) in Asia
  • Strengthen RBOs’ capacity and effectiveness in promoting IWRM and improving water governance

More About NARBO

 About NARBO
Read about NARBO’s objectives, operations, and management.

NARBO’s Action Plan
Know more about NARBO’s capacity building programs and network support system for members.

NARBO’s Performance Benchmarking Program
Discover how this program helps to improve the performance of Asian river basin organizations.

NARBO in Motion
Find out the latest on NARBO’s workshops, training programs, and other activities.

Workshop Materials and Related Links
View or download NARBO’s workshop materials, documents, and web links.

Contacts

Wouter Lincklaen Arriens
Lead Water Resources Specialist, ADB
E-Mail: water@adb.org

Toru Tatara
Special Adviser to the Dean, ADBI
Email: ttatara@adb.org

Michio Oota
Director, International Affairs Division, Japan Water Agency
E-Mail: Michio_Oota@water.go.jp
Updates
2nd NARBO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting2nd NARBO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting (25 June; Singapore)
The Committee will improve the IWRM Training Program design.