6th Arab Water Forum

Start Date
September 16, 2024
End Date
September 18, 2024
Type
Conference
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Arab Water Forum
Arab Water Forum

Water security is a critical global concern, particularly in the Arab region, where severe water scarcity and long-standing disputes over resources pose significant challenges. The 6th Arab Water Forum, taking place in Abu Dhabi from 16 - 18 September 2024, will bring together leaders, policymakers, visionaries, and pioneers from across the water sector to shape strategies and accelerate solutions that safeguard regional water security and promote future prosperity. 

This three-day event offers a platform for advancing collaborative efforts to meet water security goals and explore innovative solutions that ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all. Organized in collaboration with the League of Arab States and the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation of Egypt, the forum will facilitate strategic partnerships and dialogues to address the pressing challenges of water scarcity and climate change in the Arab world.

ICARDA is proud to participate in this important forum, with expert speakers  Dr. Vinay Nangia , Dr. Abdul Aziz Niane, Dr. Mohie El Din Omar, and Dr. Arash Nejatian contributing to discussions and sharing insights on sustainable water management practices and innovations critical to the region's future. 

Click here to view the agenda of the conference.  

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Uppsala, Sweden.
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