Badung, 23 May 2024 - Coordinators for the Asia-Pacific, Mediterranean, America, and Africa regions met to discuss and identify priority actions related to the water crisis at the local and regional levels, including determining the scope of the regions.
The meeting was part of the Regional Process session of the 10th World Water Forum held at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center (BNDCC) on Thursday, 23 May.
In this session, each coordinator for the four regions shared the outcomes of a year-long discussion and disseminated real ideas in addressing regional water challenges.
The forum also provided an understanding of common water priority aspects, which often vary from one region to another.
The regional process was highlighted by World Water Council (WWC) President Loïc Fauchon during the opening on Tuesday, 21 May. He emphasized the importance of regional processes and their significant role within the broader water discussions of the week.
Speakers present at the session included Alain Meyssonnier, President of the Mediterranean Water Institute (IME); Benedito Braga, CEO of Sabesp; Rashid Mbaziira, Executive Secretary of the African Ministers' Council on Water (AMCOW); Changhua Wu, Chair of the Governing Council of the Asia-Pacific Water Forum (APWF); and Eelco Van Beek from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Loïc stated that all regional process sessions should be utilized to collaborate and find the best solutions for water-related issues, addressing water challenges within each region and between interconnected regions.
"The spirit of collaboration not only serves as a strong foundation for sustainable future water management but also plays a crucial role in the success of water management in each region," he said.
The 10th World Water Forum has produced a four-point Ministerial Declaration, which was adopted at the end of the Ministerial-Level Meeting on Tuesday, 21 May. The declaration was attended by 106 countries and 27 international organizations.
Firstly, the establishment of a Center of Excellence for water and climate resilience to develop capacity, knowledge sharing, and the utilization of superior facilities.
Secondly, the Ministerial Declaration highlights the promotion and emphasis on integrated water resource management in small islands. Although surrounded by vast water bodies, Indonesia still requires effective management systems to address the challenges of water quality and availability.
Thirdly, the proposal of World Lake Day to raise awareness about the significance of lakes as a water supply source that sustains human life and serves important social and economic functions. World Lake Day should not be merely symbolic but serves as a key component in preserving lakes worldwide. (Ayu Sulistyowati/TR/Elvira Inda Sari)
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