Theme 1

Transboundary water governance plays a pivotal role in fostering sustainable development by addressing shared challenges and opportunities in managing water resources across borders. This session explores the complex dynamics of transboundary integrated water resources management, shedding light on both challenges and opportunities. It underscores the significance of water policies in facilitating rural communities’ settlement across borders, emphasizing the need for regional cooperation in forecasting through enhanced data sharing and information management. Cooperative governance models are highlighted as crucial for fostering community development and ensuring equitable access to shared water resources. Additionally, the session delves into the role of regional and international communities in supporting transboundary water management efforts amidst the growing impacts of climate change on both national and international scales. Success stories for models of cooperation and sustainability in action are welcome to be showcased. Sub-themes under this topic can include:

1. Challenges and opportunities in transboundary integrated water resources management
2. Water policy to foster rural communities’ settlement among transboundary states
3. Regional cooperation in forecasting: through data sharing and information management
4. Cooperative governance and community development through shared water
5. Role of regional and international communities in supporting transboundary water management.
6.  Impact of climate change on national and international transboundary waters.