Tune in next week for a new FP Virtual Dialogue examining efforts to tackle the world’s looming water crisis.
“The next crisis will be a water crisis. We’re all feeling it. We’re seeing the droughts that are happening. We’re seeing the extreme weather events that are happening. We’re seeing the rate of desertification. … You could say food systems are the problem, but they’re also the solution. And if we start looking into the future, it’s important that countries have a plan.” —UAE Minister for Food and Water Security Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri
As water-stressed regions around the world have begun to tackle this challenge—promoting innovations in infrastructure, agricultural production, and technology to reduce consumption and increase water productivity—what can be learned from their efforts and achievements? What must be done to elevate water security on the global policy agenda and improve transboundary water cooperation? How are leaders in government, nonprofits, and industries working together to accelerate practical solutions for a water-secure future?
Join us next week for a fascinating conversation featuring experts and innovators at the leading edge of combating the global water crisis.
Hear from these speakers:
- Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri, Minister of State for Food and Water Security, United Arab Emirates
- Christine Dawson, Director, Office of Conservation and Water in the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, U.S. Department of State
- Vahid Fotuhi, Vice President for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, SOURCE Global
- Michael Mirilashvili, President and Co-CEO, Watergen
- Dario Soto-Abril, Executive Secretary and CEO, Global Water Partnership
Visit our website for more information about our program and speakers.
Event Details: Sept. 21, 2021 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. EDT
I look forward to seeing you online! Andrew Sollinger Publisher | Foreign Policy
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