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Kick-off Meeting of the EuroMediterranean Water Forum | Barcelona 06-07.11.2025
EuroMediterranean Water Forum | Rome 29.09 - 02.10.26

EUROMEDITERRANEAN
WATER FORUM
29.09 - 02.10.26 Rome, Italy

EUROMEDITERRANEAN WATER FORUM
29.09 - 02.10.26
Rome, Italy

EMWF 2026

Working together to ensure
water security in the Mediterranean
The Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum is an international platform for dialogue among policymakers, civil society, academia, and businesses. The Forum combines high-level discussions with an exhibition that highlights technological and process innovations in the water sector. Its mission is to foster cooperation and joint action, engaging not only Mediterranean countries but also the European Commission, EU Member States, the Balkans, and the Middle East.
Overview

The beginning of a journey: themes and proposals of the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum 2026

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The beginning of a journey: themes and proposals of the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum 2026
One Water at the First Water Resilience Forum in Brussels

One Water at the First Water Resilience Forum in Brussels

The first Water Resilience Forum, convened by the European Commission to initiate an open dialogue with stakeholders on the recently adopted Water Resilience Strategy, was held in Brussels recently. The strategy was presented by the Commissioner…
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Retno MARSUDI (UN Special Envoy for Water): “Technical solutions exist, but sometimes it is more important to focus on water governance.”

Retno MARSUDI (UN Special Envoy for Water): “Technical solutions exist, but sometimes it is more important to focus on water governance.”

As part of the IWRA World Water Congress, Councillor Marco Rago, Vice President of the Organizing Committee of the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum, participated in the High-Level Panel “Water Governance in a Changing World: Strengthening Ins…
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Objective: Access to Water (SDG6) – Where Does the Mediterranean Stand? Marco Rago Participates in the Ministerial Roundtable in Marrakech

Objective: Access to Water (SDG6) – Where Does the Mediterranean Stand? Marco Rago Participates in the Ministerial Roundtable in Marrakech

Marco Rago, Vice President of the Organizing Committee of the Forum and Advisor for Development Cooperation to Minister Antonio Tajani, spoke at the special Ministerial Roundtable held during the XIX World Water Congress, which took place in Mar…
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The beginning of a journey: themes and proposals of the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum 2026

The beginning of a journey: themes and proposals of the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum 2026

An undoubted success for the number of participants, countries represented, themes and ideas proposed, this was the recent kick off meeting in Barcelona with which the year of preparation for the Forum began, scheduled from September 29 to Octobe…
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Kick-off Meeting in Barcelona - Hon. Toffanin: “Italy at the forefront”

Kick-off Meeting in Barcelona - Hon. Toffanin: “Italy at the forefront”

“We are facing one of the defining challenges of our time, and Italy is at the forefront in tackling emerging issues related to water security and access across the Euro-Mediterranean region. Our approach is innovative, positioning the water sector…
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    EMWF
    FORUM & EXPO
    The new connection between Water - Energy - Food - Environment and Health
    A major event
    A platform for dialogue among policymakers, civil society, and academia

    Meetings & Conferences

    International platform
    An international platform fostering Euro-Mediterranean collaboration towards a secure, sustainable, and inclusive water future
    An international platform fostering Euro-Mediterranean collaboration towards a secure, sustainable, and inclusive water future
    International platform
    An international platform fostering Euro-Mediterranean collaboration towards a secure, sustainable, and inclusive water future
    Rome
    Regina Aquarum

    For centuries, Rome has been celebrated as the Queen of Waters, a city shaped by aqueducts, fountains, and rivers that symbolize dialogue between nature, history, and people

    The Digitalization of Water
    The New Frontiers of Technology and AI in the water sector
    Partnership & Sponsorship
    An inclusive forum for civil societies and private sector
    Exhibition

    The Digitalization of Water

    The New Frontiers of Technology and AI in the water sector

    Partnership & Sponsorship

    An inclusive forum for civil societies and private sector
    La Nuvola an Icon of Contemporary Rome
    La Nuvola
    Expo and Congress Center
    Designed by architect Massimiliano Fuksas, is one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. Celebrated for its innovative design and artistic value, this extraordinary venue will provide the backdrop for the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum.
    Optimization of water use
    Optimizing use of water in agricolture, new water balances, reuse and unconventional water. Improving networks and services. Protecting springs and aquifers.
    Risk prevention and risk management
    Climate change adaptation and risk management measures. Resilience for coastal areas and urban centers
    Water quality
    The protection and safety of fresh water, water resilience, microplastics
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    CO-ORGANIZERS
    IN COLLABORATION

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