Indonesian President Joko Widodo officially opened the 10th World Water Forum

Indonesian President Joko Widodo officially opened the 10th World Water Forum

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: May 29 2024

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  • The 10th World Water Forum, themed "Water for Shared Prosperity," has commenced in Bali, Indonesia, focusing on water conservation, clean water and sanitation, food and energy security, and natural disaster mitigation.
  • Indonesian President Joko Widodo presided over the opening, with the event expecting to host 100,000 participants and feature 350 sessions, underscoring Indonesia's dedication to tackling global water challenges.
  • Indonesian President Joko Widodo stressed the vulnerability of 500 million small farmers, who produce 80% of the world's food, to drought by 2050, calling for global collaboration to address water challenges.
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