Zambia, Finland to co-chair Dialogue on Water…

Zambia and Finland have been selected to co-chair an Interactive Dialogue on Water for Cooperation, at the upcoming United Nations Water Conference, that is expected to be co-hosted by the United Arab Emirates and Senegal this year. Speaking during a joint press briefing in Lusaka today, Minister of Water Development and Sanitation, Collins Nzovu,says his ministry is expected to use the platform to advocate for available and sustainable management of water and sanitation. “As pressures from climate change, population growth, and competing demands intensify, cooperation in the management of water resources is no longer optional, it is essential for peace, stability, and sustainable development,” he said.

The media reports that Mr Nzovu also highlighted that his ministry will prioritise strengthening regional institutions and deepening partnerships among countries that share water resources, while advancing integrated approaches that support sustainable development outcomes. Ambassador of Finland to Zambia, Saana Halinen, added that her water rich country will bring onboard globally recognised experience, in managing shared waters, through long term agreements and joint institutions science-based decision making. The interactive dialogue on Water for Cooperation at the 2026 United Nations Water Conference, will be held from 2nd to 4th December 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).