Conservation of Water Resources and Rivers Law (The State Peace and Development Council Law No. 8/2006). Country/Territory Myanmar Document type Legislation Date 2006 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword Enforcement/compliance Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution Freshwater resources management Inland waters Inspection Navigation Offences/penalties Pollution control EIA Sustainable development Geographical area Asia, Least Developed Countries, South-Eastern Asia Abstract The aims of this Law, consisting of VII Chapters, are as follows: to conserve and protect the water resources and rivers system for beneficial utilization by the public; to smooth and safety waterways navigation along rivers and creeks; to contribute to the development of State economy through improving water resources and river system; to protect environmental impact. This Law also establishes duties and powers of competent authorities entitled to manage and control all activities related to na Full text English Website www.burmalibrary.org