World Water Forum Promotes Collaboration to Realize Inclusive and Sustainable Water Governance
The 10th World Water Forum in Bali, is one of the biggest events on the global calendar to discuss water and sanitation issues. This forum not only highlights clean water issues, but also emphasizes the important role of youth in advancing solutions for a clean water future. With the theme ” Water For Shared Prosperity ” it aims to encourage innovative ideas and active community participation in sustainable water management.
President Jokowi is very committed to inclusive and sustainable water management. Its programs, such as those implemented with WWF, emphasize the importance of considering the needs of society as a whole in managing water resources. This includes environmental protection, equitable access to clean water, reducing water pollution, and wise management for long-term interests.
Partnerships with organizations like WWF help governments gain the knowledge and support necessary to implement effective policies and programs in water management. With an inclusive approach, all stakeholders, including local communities, the private sector and local government, are involved in the decision-making process to ensure that the interests of all parties are considered.
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In his opening speech at the World Water Forum, President Joko Widodo highlighted the importance of paying attention to traditional water management systems, such as Subak in Bali, as an example of how local wisdom can make a valuable contribution to managing water sustainably.
President Jokowi emphasized that Subak, a traditional irrigation system that has existed for centuries in Bali, is not only a valuable cultural heritage, but also an effective model for water management and sustainable agriculture. He praised the local wisdom contained in Subak, including the principles of togetherness, community participation and joint management of natural resources.
In a global context facing increasing water sustainability challenges, President Jokowi invited us to take inspiration from Subak and other traditional water management systems around the world. He underscored the importance of combining local knowledge with modern technology and best practices in order to achieve inclusive and sustainable water management.
Through appreciation for local wisdom such as Subak, President Jokowi hopes to encourage the development of policies that are more holistic and based on local wisdom in an effort to achieve sustainable water and food security at the national and global levels.
President Joko Widodo, at the opening of the 10th World Water Forum, invited the whole world to prioritize sustainable water management for the sake of sustainable global food production. In his view, effective and inclusive water management is key to ensuring adequate food availability for all people in the future.
Amid the challenges of climate change and rapid population growth, the need for water for agriculture, one of the largest water-using sectors, is increasing. However, limited water resources and vulnerability to pollution and environmental degradation pose serious threats to global food security.
President Jokowi emphasized the importance of collaboration across sectors and between countries in managing water efficiently and sustainably. This involves increasing investment in water infrastructure, implementing innovative technologies, and promoting environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
One of President Jokowi’s main focuses is strengthening the role of farmers in water management. By empowering farmers with the knowledge and skills necessary to use water wisely, including through the use of efficient irrigation techniques and soil moisture monitoring, we can increase agricultural productivity while maintaining the sustainability of water resources.
In a global context, international cooperation is needed more than ever. President Jokowi urged the establishment of strong partnerships between countries in terms of knowledge and technology exchange, as well as coordination in the management of transboundary water resources.
Indonesia also encourages investment and new technology in efficient and sustainable water management, as well as strengthening regional and global cooperation in resolving water-related conflicts and achieving water-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The World Water Forum 2024 is making every effort to create an inclusive environment where youth can share their views without barriers.
The 10th World Water Forum in Bali emphasized that the collaborative role of all parties for the future of clean water is very important. By involving all groups in discussions and actions, this forum seeks to create a platform where youth can contribute significantly to addressing water and sanitation challenges. Through hydro-diplomacy and a collaborative approach, the 2024 World Water Forum provides new hope that the future of clean water can be realized through active collaboration between all elements of society in various parts of the world.
