Water Regulation Forum
We meet the world to shape the future of water regulation
The Forum will be held in Riyadh alongside the IDRA World Congress on Desalination and Water Reuse, organized by the Saudi Water Authority under the patronage of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, at King Faisal Conference Hall, InterContinental Riyadh.
About the Forum
As part of the Saudi Water Authority’s efforts to strengthen the Kingdom’s international regulatory role, the Water Regulation Forum is being launched as a specialized international platform bringing together regulatory authorities, international organizations, and experts. The Forum aims to advance policies and regulations, facilitate the exchange of best practices and experiences, and promote the sustainability of the water sector. It will contribute to enhancing sector efficiency, supporting sustainability, and exploring forward-looking solutions to water-related challenges at the international level.
To position Riyadh as a global platform for exchanging experiences, knowledge, solutions, and expertise to shape the future of water regulation, management, and sustainability.
To connect regulators, experts, and decision-makers worldwide to exchange knowledge, develop sustainable regulatory frameworks, and strengthen international cooperation in the water sector.
Key Themes
Six integrated themes forming the core of the forum
Policies, legislation, and sustainable water sector regulation
Enhancing operational efficiency and service reliability
Integrated water resources governance and management
Environmental sustainability and reducing environmental impact
Successful international experiences and practices in water regulation
Innovation and digital transformation in water sector regulation
Target Audiences
Regulatory authorities and government entities concerned with the water sector
Water utility and infrastructure operators and the private sector
Entities specializing in water policy, legislation, and governance
Decision-makers, experts, and international executives
Knowledge centers and research institutes
International and regional organizations
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Agenda
Main Session Welcome and Opening Remarks
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Session 1 Foundation Panel — The Changing Role of Water Regulation
Foundation Panel — The Changing Role of Water Regulation
Session 2 North and South America — From Established Regulation to Integrated Water Systems
Participating countries:
North and South America — From Established Regulation to Integrated Water Systems
Session 3 Europe and Pacific — Regulatory Compliance and Performance Monitoring in the Water Sector
Participating countries:
Europe and Pacific — Regulatory Compliance and Performance Monitoring in the Water Sector
Session 4 Regulating for Water Security and Rapid Transformation Across the GCC Countries
Participating countries:
Regulating for Water Security and Rapid Transformation Across the GCC Countries
Session 5 Integration Between Government, the Private Sector and Finance (PPP)
Participating countries:
Integration Between Government, the Private Sector and Finance (PPP)