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Vietnam Faces Increased Salinity Risk in Mekong Delta Due to Strong El Niño
Vietnam is facing an increased risk of early salinity intrusion in the Mekong Delta due to a strong El Niño phenomenon. This is expected to impact agricultural production and water resource management.
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