Publications

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State of Land in the Mekong Region: Policy Brief 1

Pathways towards sustainable land systems (policy brief 1)

The Mekong Region's agrarian transition has faced challenges in achieving poverty reduction, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. The study points to the need for policies to address these issues to ensure a more inclusive and sustainable future.

Case Study Comparative Analysis of the Customary Tenure Pilots in Viet Nam: Key processes and lessons learned

Comparative analysis of the customary tenure pilots in Viet Nam: Key processes and lessons learned

The case study "Comparative Analysis of the Customary Tenure Pilots in Viet Nam: Key processes and lessons learned" highlights the importance of customary tenure, value-chain development, and formal rights for sustainable forest governance, recommending national policy support.

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Creating agricultural landscapes with positive environmental outcomes (policy brief 4)

Over the past two decades, the Mekong Region has undergone rapid agrarian change, driven by government policies promoting agricultural commercialization to alleviate poverty and modernize rural economies. However, this transition has also led to negative consequences such as environmental degradation and rising inequality, raising concerns about the equitable and sustainable outcomes of these reforms.

Customary Tenure Rights under the Land and Forest Laws in Lao PDR (Lao)

Customary tenure rights under the Land and Forest Laws in Lao PDR (Lao)

This brief examines a 2021 report evaluating the incorporation of customary land tenure rights within the Lao PDR's revised 2019 Land and Forest Laws. It highlights advancements made and identifies areas requiring further clarification for effective implementation.

Agricultural commercialisation: Balancing efficiency, equity, and justice (policy brief)

Agricultural commercialization in the Mekong since the 2000s aims to boost livelihoods and economies. Yet, conflicting views surround its impacts. The brief analyzes these perspectives—efficiency, equity, and justice—examining their role in shaping regional agricultural policies and laws.

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Recognition of customary tenure in the forest landscapes of the Mekong region (policy brief)

The policy brief focuses on recognizing customary forest tenure in the Mekong region, which supports 70 million people. It identifies trends, suggests ways to improve tenure security, and promotes sustainable forest management alongside economic growth.

Towards gender-equitable land policy and lawmaking in the Mekong Region

Regional experts analyze gender-inclusive land policies in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, proposing reforms for equitable policymaking.

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