The event will highlight the role of transboundary water cooperation in strengthening climate resilience and advancing climate action worldwide, particularly across Africa and the Middle East. As climate change increasingly affects shared water resources, cooperation between countries and across regions is essential to develop effective and sustainable responses. The event will explore how transboundary cooperation can support climate adaptation, strengthen resilience to climate-related water risks, and promote coherent action across borders and sectors. The discussion will also consider how regional and transboundary cooperation can contribute to the implementation of climate commitments, mobilize support and investment, and foster knowledge exchange and partnerships for climate-resilient water management. Finaly, it will discuss how to operationalize the GGA indicator 3d mentioning basins.
November 18, 11:00 - 12:30
The event directly supports COP31’s implementation-focused approach and its emphasis on strengthening climate resilience by highlighting the role of transboundary water cooperation in advancing adaptation action. Drawing on experiences from Africa and the Middle East, it will contribute to discussions on building resilience to climate impacts, strengthening international cooperation and mobilizing support for implementation. It will also contribute to discussions on the GGA indicators, Climate Action Agenda priorities on Rio synergies and ocean.
