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Abu Dhabi to host 6th edition of Arab Water Forum

 


The 6th Arab Water Forum, hosted by the Arab Water Council and dmg events, will take place from September 16th to 18th at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Organized in collaboration with the League of Arab States, the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, and Egypt’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, the triennial event has become a key platform for building partnerships and advancing collaborative efforts toward a water-resilient future.


This year’s edition will include an international exhibition and more than 17 technical sessions, featuring keynotes, panels, and case studies that focus on policies, strategies, and solutions to enhance water security in the Arab region. 

Prominent speakers include Mahmoud Abu-Zeid, President of the Arab Water Council; Hani Sewilam, Egypt’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation; Aun Dheyab Abdulla, Iraq’s Minister of Water Resources; and Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States. 

Prof. Mahmoud Abu-Zeid emphasized that the Arab Water Forum is a crucial platform for addressing water scarcity in the region, with an emphasis on sustainable solutions for future generations.

Key topics will cover transboundary water management, climate change, water security, and the water-energy-food-ecosystems nexus. Over 60 global exhibitors will showcase cutting-edge technologies and projects in desalination, storage, distribution, wastewater treatment, and water conservation.


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