Lakes and Reservoirs in Malaysia: Management and Challenges

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This paper looks into various studies on the status of lakes and reservoirs that have been carried out in Malaysia. It details out some of the major issues and problems faced in the areas of lake research, management, governance, capacity building, information management and stakeholder participation. The paper concludes with strategies and plans to consider as the way forward to overcome the issues.

SHARIP, Z. and ZAKARIA, S. (2008): Lakes and Reservoirs in Malaysia: Management and Challenges. URL [Accessed: 04.03.2019] PDF

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