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Water in the Balance - From Basic Utility to Foundation of Global Stability

World Economic Forum via YouTube

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Explore the critical paradigm shift in global water management through this 48-minute conference talk from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026. Examine how water has evolved from being viewed as a basic utility to becoming recognized as a foundation of global stability, with nearly 70% of climate impacts directly tied to water resource management. Analyze the far-reaching consequences of water challenges, including rising sea levels, prolonged droughts, disputes over shared waterways, and impacts on international trade routes. Discover how societies can transform these mounting pressures into opportunities for creating a more secure and prosperous water future as new solutions emerge. Learn from expert panelists Richard Dickson, Aulani Wilhelm, Matt Damon, Kris Licht, Jennifer Morris, and moderator Haslinda Amin as they discuss strategies for addressing one of the most pressing global challenges of our time. Gain insights into the intersection of water security, climate change, geopolitical stability, and economic prosperity in this comprehensive discussion from one of the world's premier forums for public-private cooperation.

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Water in the Balance | World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026

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