Facts About the 10th World Water Forum in Bali

Once again, Indonesia has been chosen to host an international event that will be attended by world leaders. The 10th World Water Forum is set to take place in Bali from May 18 to May 25, 2024, with representatives from various countries around the globe expected to attend.

TRAC has put together some interesting facts about the 10th World Water Forum, including its history, location, and agenda.

Facts about the 10th World Water Forum you need to know

History of the World Water Forum

The World Water Forum first took place in 1997, but global discussions on water issues started as early as 1987. Key issues back then included droughts, floods, water pollution, limited water resources, and ineffective water management.

The establishment of two international water-focused organizations in 1996, the World Water Council (WWC) and the Global Water Partnership (GWP), paved the way for the inaugural World Water Forum in Marrakesh, Morocco, in 1997.

Indonesia Hosts the 10th World Water Forum

The World Water Forum is held every three years, and in 2024, Indonesia has the honor of hosting it. Here’s a list of host countries for the World Water Forum from the first to the tenth edition:

• March 21-23, 1997 - Marrakesh, Morocco
• March 17-22, 2000 - The Hague, Netherlands
• March 16-22, 2003 - Kyoto, Japan
• March 14-22, 2006 - Mexico City, Mexico
• March 16-22, 2009 - Istanbul, Turkey
• March 12-17, 2012 - Marseille, France
• April 12-17, 2015 - Daegu-Gyeongbuk, South Korea
• March 18-23, 2018 - Brasilia, Brazil
• March 21-26, 2022 - Dakar, Senegal
• May 18-25, 2024 - Bali, Indonesia

Location and Time of the 10th World Water Forum

The "Island of the Gods," Bali, will be an epic setting for this international meeting. The series of events kicks off with a side event called the "Balinese Water Purification Ceremony," a self-purification ritual involving water, scheduled for May 18, 2024. The following day, on May 19, there will be a Welcoming Gala Dinner at GWK Cultural Park.

The main event, including the Opening Ceremony and High-Level Meeting for state officials and experts, will be held on May 20-21, 2024, at the Bali International Convention Center (BICC), Nusa Dua. There will also be political, thematic, and regional process sessions on May 20, 2024.

Aside from meetings, there will also be exhibitions (fair & expo) to engage the general public. The WWF Fair and Expo will open on May 20, 2024, at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center, Bali Collection, and Kuta Beach.

Towards the end of the events, there will be a Cultural Night at Taman Bhagawan on May 24, 2024, and the Closing Ceremony on May 25, 2024, at Mangupura Hall, Nusa Dua. For the full agenda, you can check the official WWF 2024 website.

Messages and Issues Raised at the 10th World Water Forum

The theme of WWF 2024 is "Water for Shared Prosperity." This forum is expected to host representatives from over 30 countries and will cover several important issues, including water conservation, clean water and sanitation, food and energy security, and natural disaster mitigation.

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