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Reports & Publications

Framework-3 pages

Thematic Framework Document

Comprehensive overview of the six themes and 30+ topics guiding the Forum.

September 2024
Guidelines-8 pages

Thematic Terms of Reference (ToR)

Roles, responsibilities, and selection criteria for Forum coordinators.

October 2024
Process-13 pages

Regional Terms of Reference (ToR)

Strategy for regional consultations and locally relevant action plans.

August 2024
Draft Concept Notes-3 PDFs

Draft CNs - Regional Process

Working documents reflecting collective efforts for regional consultations and perspectives

May 2026
Draft Concept Notes-32 PDFs

Draft CNs - Thematic Process

Working documents prepared by Working Groups covering all six themes and topics.

May 2026
Draft Concept Note-1 PDF

Political Process Concept Note Draft

Draft concept note for the Political Process of the Forum.

May 2026

Background Research & Reference Case Studies

* listed research and case studies are background or reference materials and do not represent official Forum outcomes

Case StudyWater Security

Water Security in Arid Regions: Saudi Arabia Case Study

Analysis of innovative approaches to water security in resource-scarce environments.

Research PaperWater Finance

Financing Water Infrastructure: Blended Finance Models

Research on public-private partnerships and innovative financing mechanisms.

Case StudyWater Governance

Transboundary Water Cooperation: Lessons from the Middle East

Best practices in diplomatic approaches to shared water resources.