The World Water Congress is one of the largest and most influential global events bridging water science and policy, bringing together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, civil society, and private sector leaders. Since its inception in 1973, the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) has convened this prestigious event every three years in diverse locations worldwide, fostering dialogue and collaboration across regions and disciplines.

With 18 successful editions, the Congress has become a platform where leaders from international organisations, governments, academic institutions, businesses, and civil society converge to share their expertise, experiences, and solutions on pressing water challenges.

Each Congress covers a broad spectrum of water-related topics, offering:

• High-level discussions with heads of international organisations and government officials.
• Knowledge sharing among experts, scholars, and practitioners.
• Innovative solutions from entrepreneurs and industries to address global water challenges.

The World Water Congress continues to be a driving force in advancing water science and policy, shaping policies, and creating actionable solutions for a sustainable water future.

The World Water Congress is one of the world’s largest congresses linking water science and policy-makers, researchers, practitioners, civil society, and private sector. Since 1973, the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) has held a World Water Congress every three years in various locations around the world. This influential event has been successfully held 18 times. During the Congress, heads of international organisations, high level government officials, experts, scholars, entrepreneurs and economists from all over the world would share their knowledge, experience and practice regarding a wide range of topics related to water.

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