22Evaluation on Japan’s Assistance to Connectivity in the Mekong Region with a Focus on Southern Economic CorridorSouthern Economic CorridorSouthern Economic CorridorVung TauVung TauHo Chi MinhHo Chi MinhPhnom PenhPhnom PenhBangkokDawei In the “Tokyo Strategy 2018”, Japan specified more than 100 possible Mekong-Japan Cooperation projects that would serve to realize the Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Master Plan, led by Thailand. Japan will contribute to sustainable industrial development in the Mekong region through the steady implementation of these projects. The “Tokyo Strategy 2018” sets out three pillars, (1) Vibrant and Effective Connectivity, (2) People-Centered Society, and (3) Realization of Green Mekong. In order to realize the Vibrant and Effective Connectivity, Japan continues to support in accordance with the Strategy, identifying issues and countermeasures respectively for hard connectivity, soft connectivity, and industry connectivity. Also, in the “Tokyo Strategy 2018”, the “Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)” initiative is shared to strive for strengthening regional connectivity. Furthermore, the “Mekong-Japan Initiative for SDGs toward 2030” is being formulated based on the Leaders’ decision and Japan is taking its initiative. Japan continues to support the capacity development of legal sector by dispatching long-term experts through JICA’s technical assistance and to implement training programs in Japan, including JICA knowledge co-creation program. Moreover, support to the Mekong region has been enhancing through the implementation of triangular cooperation with Thailand based on the partnership agreement between JICA and Thailand International Development Cooperation Agency (TICA). Recommendations It was recommended to integrate Mekong-Japan regional cooperation policy by reinforcing collaboration between MOFA and other ministries and agencies of Japan and clearly explain the aims and methods of the policy to each Mekong region country. It is necessary to verify Japan’s development policy priorities based on the development policy and needs of each Mekong country, and implement development cooperation linked to enhancement of international competitiveness. Japan should aim to revitalize the regional economy through continuing support that leverages the special characteristics of each country as well as institution building. It was also recommended to strengthen connectivity in the Southern Economic Corridor and demonstrate Japan’s initiatives in supporting the Mekong region. It is necessary to continue assisting Mekong country with policy formulation and institution building by dispatching long-term experts, as well as promote regional collaboration through triangular cooperation that leverages each country’s field of expertise. Implementation status of response measures MOFA closely cooperated with other ministries and agencies of Japan during the coordinating process of the “Tokyo Strategy 2018 for Mekong-Japan Cooperation” adopted at the 10th Mekong-Japan Summit Meeting in 2018. Japan carefully explained the direction of Japan’s assistance to each Mekong country through summit meetings etc.Project for Harmonized, Practical Legislation and Uniform Application of Law :Seminar held at the Hai Phong Prosecutor ofce (Vietnam)Photo provided by JICAView of central Bangkok from a skyscraper (Thailand)Photo provided by Shinichi Kuno/JICA
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