We are delighted to introduce this first edition of the Water Yearbook: Central Asia and Around the Globe, which covers key water related events and developments in 2017. The Yearbook also contains information on water related activities of international organizations and development partners in Central Asia (Section Activity of International Partners in Central Asia). It is our hope that this collection will contribute to better coordination of their efforts. In addition to major developments in Central Asia, the Yearbook highlights key developments around the globe to give sight of general trends, challenges and innovations in water management and related spheres (Section Innovations in 2017, Key Water Developments). Key events and activities of international water organizations, such as the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID), GWP, World Water Council, International Network of Basin Organizations (INBO) and many others are presented in Section International Water Organizations and Initiatives. The content of the Yearbook covers wider than only water issues, given that water should be viewed against the background of general development in the countries and in the context of integration processes.
Topics: Transboundary Water Management,
Keywords:
Conventions and agreements, Environment, IWRM, Sustainable development, Transboundary water issues, Water Management,
