The 10th World Water Forum officially opened on Monday on the Indonesian island of Bali, drawing together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to address pressing water issues under the theme of ‘Water for Shared Prosperity’.
The forum, the world’s largest event focused on water resources, aims to foster international dialogue and collaboration on sustainable water management, ensuring equitable access to clean water, and addressing challenges such as climate change, pollution, and water scarcity.
A number of national leaders and United Nations representatives attended the opening ceremony, highlighting the global importance of water security and its critical role in achieving sustainable development goals.
Over the course of the event, participants will engage in discussions, workshops, and networking sessions aimed at developing actionable solutions to enhance water governance, promote technological innovation, and strengthen partnerships across sectors and regions.
Indonesia, as the host nation, emphasized its commitment to advancing global water agendas and leveraging the forum as a platform to showcase regional initiatives in Asia aimed at improving water infrastructure and resilience.
The World Water Forum, held every three years, serves as a pivotal gathering for stakeholders to share knowledge, influence policy, and drive progress towards a water-secure future for all.
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