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Global water governance is undergoing a critical transformation. In the face of intensifying climate change and rising global uncertainties, extreme hydrological events, regional water imbalances, and sustainable management challenges have become shared concerns.

As we navigate a pivotal era of digital transformation and the global push for net-zero emissions, smart technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) are key to advancing future water governance.

Centered on the theme “Smart Watershed and AI-Driven Innovation,” the 2025 International Water Forum will explore how AI, big data, and the Internet of Things (IoT) can enable real-time monitoring, enhance risk prediction, and improve decision-making. AI-powered smart watersheds mark a shift from passive response to proactive prediction, and from fragmented engineering to integrated planning.

We warmly invite global stakeholders—from industry, government, academia, research, and the next generation—to join us in shaping a resilient, efficient, and sustainable future for water governance.