This document summarizes a case study on integrated water resource management (IWRM) in the Chi River basin of Northeast Thailand. The study examines centralized practices by government officials and weak cooperation between agencies and villagers. It analyzes livelihood approaches and water needs in three villages impacted by flooding and drought. Key findings include power issues between agencies, rare applications of IWRM, and dynamic water challenges. Recommendations call for revolutionizing cooperation between ministries, empowering local authorities, and deterritorializing administrative areas for flexible water management.