2026 UN Water Conference

The 2026 United Nations Water Conference will take place from 8 to 10 December 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Co-hosted by the United Arab Emirates and Senegal, the Conference will bring together world leaders, policymakers, researchers, civil society, the private sector and other stakeholders to accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6): Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

Building on the outcomes of the 2023 UN Water Conference, the event will provide a global platform to strengthen international cooperation, mobilise investments and promote innovative solutions to address growing water-related challenges, including climate change, pollution, environmental degradation and increasing pressure on water resources.

The programme will feature six interactive dialogues covering key areas for action: Water for People, Water for Prosperity, Water for Planet, Water for Cooperation, Water in Multilateral Processes, and Investments in Water. High-level side events will also highlight partnerships, innovations and commitments to advance sustainable water management.

The Conference aims to foster collective action and strengthen global efforts towards a more water-secure and sustainable future.

For more information about the Conference, programme and participation opportunities, visit the official UN Water Conference website.