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http://viww.vaci.org.vn Located in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is well-known for it’s a beautiful landscapes, compelling history, contrasting cultures, friendly people and exciting destination for investment Exploring the beauty of the country should be done once in one’s lifetime Nature has blessed Vietnam with a bountiful harvest, from the souring mountains of the far north to the carpet of emeraldgreen rice paddies in the south, from the curvaceous beautiful coastline, to lovely lagoons and hidden coves Fifty four ethnic groups makes a united community Getting to know local people and their cultures will be the highlight of your visit Vietnam is also a perfect destination for food lovers where it is a treasure trove of more than 500 different dishes With low cost and young work force, political stability and a readiness of local business to cooperate with foreign firms, Vietnam is also an exciting destination for investment and technology development in the ASEAN region With low cost and young work force, political stability and a readiness of local business to cooperate with foreign firms, Vietnam is among the most attractive investment destinations Travelling to Vietnam, you will get well-known beauty spots, with the splendid scenery and rich culture depending on the private shade of every region Welcome you to Vietnam! http://viww.vaci.org.vn Welcome message The magnitude and scale of global water crisis are unprecedented and require us to think and act proactively and, by doing so, turning these into opportunities to transform our sector It is with great pleasure to invite you to attend the 6th Vietnam International Water Week -VACI 2018” on 4-8 March, 2018 in Hanoi Vietnam wAter Cooperation Initiative (VACI) is the global platform to share and co-create innovative water solutions with particular emphasis on Vietnam and tropical water issues Under auspice of Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) of Vietnam VACI has been growing since 2012 and brings together thought leaders who are pioneering new solutions; it uncovers new scientific findings and technological breakthroughs that could be transformative for the water industry; it connects the world’s leading water companies and professionals Uniquely, it attracts decision makers across the entire water value chain that allows global water industry to collaborate on local business opportunities in Vietnam and the region The past editions of VACI was honored to have presence of H.E Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam Hoang Trung Hai and attracted a record of nearly 5000 participants and visitors of more than 500 organizations in over 40 countries VACI2018 will continue to be held as an integrated event: the Exhibition connects you to the people with the right solutions and business forum provide truly business opportunities, while it is fully integrated with the conference and various exciting networking events to ensure delegates and exhibitors have the maximum opportunity to engage with regional water industry and explore local culture I look forward to seeing you in Hanoi in March 2018! Dr Tong Ngoc Thanh Prof Asit K Biswas Prof Kyung-Taek Yum Chairman & Director General of NAWAPI Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) of Vietnam Founder of International Water Res Association & World Water Council Chairman, Asia Pacific Commission of ICOLD Editor of International Journal of Water Res Development; Stockholm Water Prize Winner Director, National Smart Water Grid Research Group, Korea http://viww.vaci.org.vn Global and Southeast Asia’s Water Industry 1- Only 0.007% of water on earth is safe for consumption, shared by nearly billion; 2- billions of people not have access to clean water and adequate sanitation; 3-The water industry is expected to grow from $500 billion today to $1 trillion by 2020; 4- Every $1 invested in water and sanitation provides a $4.3 return 1- 176 million people in Southeast Asia nothave access to improved sanitation facilities; 2-71 million of whom practiced open defecation; 3- 60 million people not have access to an improved drinking water source and 78% of these people live in rural areas (Source: FAO/WHO/UNICEF- 2015) http://viww.vaci.org.vn REASONS TO JOIN VACI Truly a Global Water Event: The Vietnam International Water Week -VACI offers a unique opportunity in Vietnam and Mekong region to profile your company and showcase your solutions to over 5,000 water professionals over 50 countries Invaluable benefits Exposure & showcase: branding your services and projects to its 5,000 global and local water professionals and industry leaders before, during after the event Targeted Publicity Campaigns: Advertisements (i.e TV, Newspapers, Event Listings, Street Advertising); E-mail blast to over 100,000 potential partners, social media to over 6000 facebook members; Telemarketing/ ersonal Invitations among others Networking Participation in structured networking events e.g the gala evening, B2G/ B2B meetings and tours, music culture show, etc Recognition -widely acknowledge your commitment to the water industry and support nurturing young water professionals VACI2018’s Publications Partner/exhibitor profiles will be published as VACI2018 Directory of Water Solutions, while research papers and posters will be published as VACI2018 Conference Proceedings (ISBN 9786-04621159) Selected full papers will be considered for a VACI 2018 Special Issue of International Journal of Water Resources Development (Taylor & Francis, ISI, IF 2.0) themed “Innovative Water Solutions for Asia” All publications will be disseminated to participants and uploaded to the homepage http://viww.vaci.org.vn VACI2018- STRUCTURE AND KEY PROGRAMMES http://viww.vaci.org.vn GALLERY OF PAST ACTIVITIES “Water cooperation is vital for sustainable development” by H.E Nguyen T Dung, Prime Minister of Vietnam at his opening speech for World Water Day 2013 “VACI has created invaluable platform to promote global water cooperation” by H.E Hoang Trung Hai, Dep Prime Minister of Vietnam at VACI2015 Traditional Music & Culture show Water Leaders thoughts Hot issues Conferences Expo & tech showcase “I bestow my commendation to VACI in fostering Vietnam’s relationship with global peers in water sector” by Dr Tran Hong Ha, Minister of MONRE at his opening speech for VACI 2013 Training and Incubator for youth B2B_B2G Meetings and Tours With mass media and TV With massive citizen and society http://viww.vaci.org.vn OUR KEY PAST SPONSORS & PARTNERS Supporting publication and Media http://viww.vaci.org.vn THE VENUE: Almaz International Convention Center, Hanoi Almaz Convention Center is a luxury cuisine and conference centre at Vinhomes Riverside city in Long Bien District, Ha Noi The centre name “Almaz” means "diamond" in Russian The Centre is equipped with modern facilities star international standards IMPORTANT DATES Milestones Date Call for partnership/sponsorship/Exhibitor/Paper Apr 1th Confirmation of partnership/sponsorship/Exhibitor Aug 31st Abstract submission (extended) Aug 15th Full paper/ poster submission Sept 15th Notification of full paper/ poster acceptance Oct 31th Standard Exhibition booth size (3x2x2.5m) http://viww.vaci.org.vn VACI2018’s Program contacts Programs/Themes Networking/Social Event Water Conference (Hot issue workshops-HIW) Dr Vu Thanh Tam; vttam1960@gmail.com, Director, NAWAPI at Ministry of MONRE MA Tran M Phuong, cintapo@gmail.com; Founder of WENVN HIW Implementation of IWRM in South East Asia HIW HIW Mine Water & the Environment Sustainable Groundwater Development Dr Le Van Minh; leminhvnwp@gmail.com, Vietnam Chair of Global Water Partnership Dr Nguyen Q Phi ; nguyenquocphi@gmail.com, Head of Dept HUMG Dr Adichat Surinkum; adichat_s@ccop.or.th; Director of CCOP, Thailand HIW Dam safety and Reservoir operation HIW Earth Observation for Water management HIW HIW Water quality and Human Health Water for livable cities HIW Water, Food and Energy Nexus HIW Erosion Control and Restoration HIW 10 HIW 11 HIW 12 Managing Trans-boundary waters Wastewater: Treatment and Reuse Water Governance HIW 13 HIW 14 HIW 15 Pavillons/ Exhibitions Water Expo Water Business Forum Contact person(s) Gala Evening, NAWAPI 10th Year Anniversary, Opening Ceremony, Traditional music and culture show, Field visit, Award Ceremony, Photo & Art Exhibition and citizen forums Managing Water & Climate Risks Integrated Solutions for Mekong Delta Climate change adaptation Asian river basin 1) Water Sanitation & Supply; (2) Metering & Lab; (3) SmartWater; (4) Domestic and Industrial Water Tech; (5) Countries Pavilions Poster Exhibition Exhibitor Forum B2B_B2G meetings Public-Private-Partnership PPP Forum Business and Culture Tours Donor Consultative Meeting ICT Smart for Water Forum Water Startup Forum & Young water professionals Conference Training: Surface water monitoring and metering Prof Kyung-Taek Yum; kwfyum@gmail.com Vice President of International Commission on Large Dams, Korea A/Prof Hyongki Lee, hlee45@central.uh.edu; Uni of Houston, USA Dr Pham Nga, pttnga.vnsc@gmail.com, Vietnam Nat Satellite Center Dr Nghiem Tuan; tuan.nghiem.rsc@gmail.com, Dept of RS/MONRE MA Pham Vinh Hoa; ptvh@huph.edu.vn, University of Public Health Dr Mai Huong, huong69@gmail.com; Dept Director, Ministry of MOC A/Prof Tran Viet Nga, nga.tran.vn@gmail.com; Faculty Dean, NUCE Dr Le Kim Cuc, cucvkhtlvn@gmail.com, ICD’s Director, MARD Ministry Dr Nguyen D Luong; ndluong0711@gmail.com, ASEAN-US S&T Fellow A/Prof Nguyen T Viet; ngtrungviet@gmail.com, Vice Rector, Thuy loi University Dr KV Raju, kv.Raju@cgiar.org; Theme Leader, Research Program-Asia Dr Nguyen T M Ngoc; ngoctmnguyen@gmail.com, VIGMR Dr Joshua J Cousins joshua.j.cousins@dartmouth.edu, Dartmouth Col, USA Dr Tong Thi My Thi; tongthimythi149@gmail.com, HUNRE Dr Stefan Norra, stefan.norra@kit.edu, KIT, Germany Dr Sangam Shrestha, sangam@ait.asia, AIT, Thailand Dr Bui Du Duong ; Duongdubui@gmail.com; Vietnam Water Cooperation Initiative-VACI/NAWAPI/ MONRE; Dr Hoang Van Phuc, hoangphuc.uec@gmail.com; Head of ICT Lab, Le Quy Don Uni Dr Hoang Van Hoan; hoanghoandctv@gmail.com, NAWAPI/MONRE Mr Nguyen Van Hai; hainv@vcci.com.vn; Vice Director, VCCI Mr.Ronnie D Lim; ronnie.lim@manilawater.com, Malina Water MA Du L.T Tien; Thuytien1025@gmail.com, Team leader, DISED Dr Bui Du Duong ; Duongdubui@gmail.com, VACI General Manager Dr Jin Suhk Suh; suhjs@kwater.or.kr, K-water Institute, Korea Dr Giap Van Duong, giapvan@gmail.com, CEO, Startup Academy A/Prof Ngo Duc Thanh; ngoducthanh@gmail.com, Vice Rector, USTH Mr Justin Stockley; Justin.Stockley@xyleminc.com, Sylem, Australia http://viww.vaci.org.vn VACI2018’s PLOOR PLAN The 6th Vietnam International Water Week Conference-Expo-Business Forum- Networking 4th-8th March Hanoi http://viww.vaci.org.vn CONTACT US: Dr Duong Du BUI, VACI Manager, NAWAPI/ MONRE Ministry of Vietnam Tel: +84.966.214.316; Fax: +84.4.3674.0493/205 http://viww.vaci.org.vn Email: duongdubui@gmail.com; bdduong@monre.gov.vn Website: http://www.viww.vaci.org.vn