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FAO Regional Technical Dialogue on Water Explores Innovative Pathways to Accelerate Agrifood Systems Transformation!
25/09/2023
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Supporting the Implementation of National Drought Plans: Integrating National Drought Plans into National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) - Colombia
31/08/2023
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Arab Women Network for Water and Sanitation Launched, Empowering Women in the Region!
28/08/2023
In a landmark development for gender equality and sustainable water management, the Arab Women Network for Water and Sanitation (AWNWS) was officially launched on August 16. The initiative, supported by regional and international organizations, aims to empower women in the Arab region to actively participate in decision-making processes related to water and sanitation.
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The Arab Ministerial Council of the League of Arab States calls for a Meeting to Discuss the Latest Developments of the Water Security Strategy Action Plan for the Arab Region!
08/08/2023
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FAO workshop on the sidelines of the Libya International Exhibition for Agricultural and Livestock Development
10/07/2023
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National training workshop to support gender equality and women’s empowerment in Libya
16/06/2023
Libya, 13–14 June 2023: The Ministry of Water Resources in Tripoli – Libya with the support of FAO office for Libya organized a national workshop training on gender equality and women’s empowerment. This course targets national and local female stakeholders working in the fields of water,...
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"Cooperation in Climate Change" at the Forefront of Discussions at the 15th Sectoral Meeting between the League of Arab States (LAS) and the United Nations (UN)
29/05/2023
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Together with the Arab Water Council, FAO Water Scarcity Initiative (WSI) Team Celebrates the Release of New Guidelines for the Use of Brackish Water.
29/05/2023
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A New Publication on Water Scarcity Management in the Asia-Pacific Region is Now Out!
23/05/2023
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FAO New Drought Portal is now online!
27/04/2023
Drought is the most harmful natural hazard for the people and the planet. Over the last 40 years, its impacts have affected more people than any other disaster, and the percentage of the planet hit by drought events has more than doubled. The new FAO Drought Portal is now online! The new FAO Drought Portal is a global knowledge-sharing platform for one-stop access to multiple resources to enhance the resilience of agriculture and improve food security
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During the 6th Arab Water Week, FAO Discusses Water Scarcity Challenges and Reflects on Various Technical and Financial Opportunities toward a More Resilient Future!
31/03/2023
During the 6th Arab Water Week (AWW), which took place in Amman, Jordan, from March 5-7, 2023, under the title "Towards Agile and Smart Water Utilities," the Regional Initiative on Water Scarcity organised a technical session on "Addressing Water Scarcity Challenges from Multiple Perspectives in the Arab Region.
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With ICBA and Rothamsted Research, FAO Water Scarcity Initiative Team Explores the Nexus between Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) with Agriculture under Climate Change, In the Run-up to COP28!
30/03/2023
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FAORNE and the League of Arab States Explore Acceleration Frameworks to Achieve SDG6.4 in the Arab Region at the UN Water Conference 2023!!
23/03/2023
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Water Finance in the Mediterranean: Increased Policy Dialogue, Stakeholder Engagement, Technical Support, and Project Planning Are Essential for a Robust Mediterranean Water Sector
23/03/2023
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Rome Water Dialogue Report is Finally Out Marking the Successful Launch of FAO's new Water Journey!
20/02/2023
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Module 2 of FAO-RNE Water Governance Dialogue Series Starts on the 18th of January and Resumes till the 23rd of February!
18/01/2023
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FAO RNE-Water Scarcity Team selected for FAO Team Award 2022 Winner!
27/12/2022
In recognition of its remarkable effort in serving the Water and Agriculture Sector in the MENA Region and beyond, FAO Regional Office for Near East and North Africa (RNE) "Water Scarcity Initiative Team" has been selected to receive the One FAO Team Award 2022!
The Water Scarcity Initia...
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Cop27-Water Day (November 14, 2022)-On The Road To New York-Un 2023 Water Conference
16/11/2022
Water is one of the world´s most important resources. It is central to agriculture that accounts for 72 percent of global freshwater withdrawals, to other economic sectors and is core to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Help shaping the 2023 water-climate agenda, the...
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Food And Agriculture Pavilion At Cop27- To Discuss Climate Risks To Water Resources And Managing The Food, Energy And Water Nexus For Sustainable Development
16/11/2022
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Water Pavilion at COP27-Thematic Day 7:- Water for Biodiversity and Nature Based Solutions
15/11/2022
Today (November 15th, 2022), WWF, IUCN, and TNC are hosting the Thematic Day 7 (TD7) at the COP27 Water Pavilion on “Water for Biodiversity and Nature Based Solutions”. TD7 Programme will include the following Sessions:
- Nature Based Solutions for Protection...