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UAE Mobilizes Diplomatic Community Ahead of 2026 UN Water Conference and Calls for Active Participation by Member States
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) convened its second diplomatic briefing for Ambassadors, Deputy Chiefs of Mission, and representatives of international organizations at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy in Abu Dhabi, calling for broad international participation at the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, which the UAE will co-host with the Republic of Senegal from 8–10 December 2026.
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H.E. Abdulla Balalaa in Arabian Business: investing in water is investing in economic resilience
In an opinion piece for Arabian Business, H.E. Abdulla Balalaa draws on the UAE’s experience to argue that water security is now a strategic economic priority, and invites investors to the 2026 UN Water Conference.
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UAE Calls for Water Resilience to be Placed at Center of Economic and Investment Planning
At WETEX and the World Green Economy Summit, H.E. Abdulla Balalaa called for water resilience to become a central priority in economic and investment planning. Ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi, he highlighted the role of integrated infrastructure, innovation and investment in strengthening economic competitiveness and advancing sustainable growth.
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Where you’ll see us next 👀
We’re taking the conversation forward at the World Green Economy Summit and WETEX in Dubai, followed by Cairo Water Week - building partnerships, advancing solutions, and driving momentum towards the UN Water Conference this December.
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Less than 50 days to go - are you ready? ⏰
We are getting ready to welcome the world to the 2026 UN Water Conference.
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Let’s unpack a loaf of bread 🍞
World Food Day encouraged us to think about something we often take for granted: the water behind the food on our plates. Our recent post exploring the footprint of a loaf of bread sparked plenty of interest. Did you see it?
Read MoreMobilising investment for water security 🌍
How do we get more water projects investment-ready and unlock the capital to deliver them?
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Where water meets energy 🔋
In a conversation with CNBC’s Dan Murphy, HE Abdulla Balalaa explored the critical link between water and finance, drawing on the UAE’s experience in strengthening energy resilience and diversifying its energy mix.
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The $6.7 trillion question 💰
As Abu Dhabi prepares to welcome the world to the 2026 UN Water Conference this December, one question is coming into focus – how do we turn the world’s water challenges into investment opportunities that deliver real impact?
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