In this exclusive interview with Water & Wastewater Asia, Maria Angelica Sotomayor — water practice manager for the East Asia and Pacific Region at the World Bank — discusses how the organisation is tackling the urgent challenges of climate resilience in Southeast Asia and the Pacific. From the Mekong Delta to Jakarta, she highlights integrated planning, nature-based solutions, long-term financing, and the role of blended finance in building sustainable and inclusive coastal protection.
Discover how public-private partnerships, regional collaboration, and community engagement are essential to navigating the region’s complex climate future.
