Prof. Dr. Lütfi Akca, President of Turkish Water Institute (SUEN), participated in the 94th Board of Governors Meeting of the World Water Council (WWC) and the 26th International Congress of the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID).
The meetings addressed developments on the global water agenda, sustainable water management, agricultural irrigation, and international cooperation. Discussions also covered the ongoing activities of the World Water Council, preparations for the 11th World Water Forum to be held in Riyadh in 2027, and upcoming international processes, including COP31 and the 2026 United Nations Water Conference.
During the WWC meeting, the inaugural session of “Global Water Conversations” explored a range of topics, including agricultural water use, the economic and social value of water, the One Water-One Health approach, water footprint, and the role of dams and reservoirs in water management.
In addition, Prof. Dr. Bilge Kocamemi, Scientific Advisor to SUEN, delivered a presentation on the activities carried out to date and planned future initiatives of the “Water Quality and Helath” Task Force within the WWC, led by SUEN.
Through its active engagement in international platforms, SUEN continues to contribute to sharing Türkiye’s knowledge and experience in water management and helping shape the international water agenda.