21. It is necessary to assess the level of climate change–related technological and analytical needs at the ministerial, agency, and provincial levels. Technical experts and professionals in Viet Nam need to be trained in order to facilitate the prompt and successful adoption of new climate change-related technologies. More importantly provincial and district officials must understand the implications of applying or not applying climate change-related technologies in their work. Furthermore, Viet Nam would benefit from a review of how existing guidance could be applied to minimize climate risks identified by the above analyses.