We describe an approach called Advantage Value of Regional Virtual Water Strategy (AVRVWS) which can be used to evaluate the feasibility of implementing a virtual water strategy and the regional economic, social and ecological effects of a global water resources management strategy. Based on context analysis and relevant impact factors, we established an assessment index system with 12 indices in 4 categories: water resource supply, demand for non-agricultural water resources, water resource management and agricultural development. The value...