10th World Water Forum Kicks Off in Bali with Theme 'Water for Shared Prosperity'
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | 10th World Water Forum |
| Theme | "Water for Shared Prosperity" |
| Start Date | May 21, 2024 |
| Location | Bali, Indonesia |
| Attendees | Country leaders, United Nations representatives, over 50,000 participants |
| Key Topics | Water conservation, clean water and sanitation, food and energy security, mitigation of natural disasters |
| Presidential Address | Indonesian President Joko Widodo highlighted the vulnerability of 500 million small farmers to drought by 2050 and emphasized global collaboration. |
| World Water Council Insights | World Water Council President Loic Fauchon stressed the need for global efforts to repair environmental damage and the unifying power of water. |
| Tourism Impact | The forum has significantly enlivened Bali, with nearly 200 meetings, side events, and cultural activities. Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Uno Sandiaga noted the event's role in enhancing Indonesia's reputation as a world-class MICE destination. |
| Economic Impact | A surge in international tourists was attributed to favorable local policies and the enhanced global profile of Indonesian tourism. |