From Mexico to Istanbul– Water Security: Leadership and Commitment–

ODA HideakiSecretariat of 1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

Japan Water Forum

Structure of A-P Water Forum and Summit

Japan Water Forum (JWF)

Asia-Pacific Water Forum（ APWF）

Steering CommitteeChair: Yoshiro Mori

Governing CouncilChair: Tommy Koh

Vice Chair: Erna Witoelar Ravi Narayana

1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

• Secretariat of APWF• Secretariat of 1st Asia-Pacific

Water Summit

Very “Simple” and “Flexible” Body to facilitate its activities

History of APWF, From Mexico to Istanbul

March 1997 　 1st World Water Forum 　 (Marrakech, Morocco)

March 2000 　 2nd World Water Forum 　 (The Hague, The Netherlands)

March 2003 　 3rd World Water Forum 　 (Kyoto, Shiga and Osaka, Japan)

April 2004Establishment of the Japan Water ForumPP preparing “Regional Report” on A-P Region

March 20064th World Water Forum (Mexico City, Mexico)

March 21, 2006 in MexicoAnnouncement of the Establishment of the Asia-Pacific Water Forum as regional network

September 27, 2006 in ManiraLaunching of the Asia-Pacific Water Forum(JWF as Secretariat)

December 3-4, 2007 in Beppu, OitaDecember 3-4, 2007 in Beppu, Oita11stst Asia-Pacific Water Summit Asia-Pacific Water Summit

To create the opportunity for the leaders of the region to recognize the significance of water issues for achieving MDGs

WHY?

Objectives of the Asia-Pacific Water Summit

Water is not just the issue of one particular sector, such as environment, agriculture, industry or the aid issue. But it is the fundamental issue related to the human securityhuman security and social and social and economic developmenteconomic development of the nations.

Therefore, the strong leadership of the national leaders are essential.

Outline of the 1st APWSDate: December 3rd and 4th, 2007- Number of Delegations: 231 people from 36 countries and

regions • Heads of country: 10 heads of States/Governments• Ministerial level participants: 32 people

- Leaders from various fields: 140 people (70 people from abroad)

<Guiding Principles> of the 1st APWSEmpowering local authoritiesPromoting partnership approachesProviding resources for capacity development

Priority Themes Targets

A. Water Financing(Asian Development Bank)

To increase targeted investments for water and sanitation infrastructure and for human resources development

B. Water-related Disaster Management(ICHARM)

To drastically reduce the vulnerability of human populations to water-related disasters

C. Water for Development & Ecosystems(IUCN / FAO)

To conserve and restore land-water interfaces for the improvement of water productivity

Outline: APWF’s Priority Themes

Key Result Areas Main Activities

1. Developing Knowledge and Lessons

　　 (Singapore PUB/UNESCO)

Building a network of water knowledge hubs Coordinating capacity development programs Providing guidance on water policies

2. Increasing Local Capacity (Streams of Knowledge/

UN-Habitat) 　

Supporting peer learning (including cities/mayors)

Empowering civil society, gender and youth Fostering (sub) regional cooperation

3. Increasing Public Outreach

(Asian Development Bank)

Developing regional water advocacy Supporting in-country water awareness

programs Presenting regional awards for excellence

4. Monitoring Investments and Results

(UNESCAP)

Monitoring public and private investments Monitoring reforms and trends Monitoring MDG achievement

5. Supporting Forum and Summit

(Japan Water Forum)

Maintaining an interactive website Supporting the APWF Governing Council Organizing the Asia-Pacific Water Summits

Outline: APWF’s Key Result Areas (KRA)

H.E. Mr. Emomali Rahmon

President, Republic of Tajikistan

H.E. Mr. Tommy Esang Remengesau Jr

President, Republic of Palau

H.E. Mr. Anote TongPresident, Republic of Kiri

bati

H.E. Mr. Ludwig ScottyPresident, Republic of

Nauru

H.E. Mr. Emanuel MoriPremier, Federated States of Micronesia

Hon. Mr. Mititaiagimene Young Vivian

Prime Minister, Niue

Hon. Mr. Apisai IelemiaPrime Minister, Tuvalu

H.E. Lyonpo Dr. Kinzang Dorji

Prime Minister, Kingdom of Bhutan

H.E. Mr. Dosbol Nur uluVice Prime Minister, Kyrg

yz Republic

Participation of 10 Heads

Why so many Heads of Sate for the APWS?

Because concept of “APWF” and “APWS” was born in the preparatory process from Kyoto to Mexico.

And that all the concerned person has endeavored from Mexico to Istanbul to succeed in organizing the first APWS in Japan.

It means that it is realized by all concerned-people in this Region. It was “our Summit”.

Key Outcome Documents

•Message from Beppu•Chair’s Summary•1st APWS Recommendations (plan)•Final Report (plan)

Japan Water Forum (JWF)

Asia-Pacific Water Forum（ APWF）

Steering CommitteeChair: Yoshiro Mori

Governing CouncilChair: Tommy Koh

Vice Chair: Erna Witoelar Ravi Narayana

1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

•APWF Secretariat•1st Asia Pacific Water Summit Secretariat

APWF Policy Brief(Key Messages & Policy

Recommendation)

•Recognise the people’s right to safe drinking water and basic sanitation as a basic human right and a fundamental aspect of human security;

•Reduce by half the number of people who do not have access to safe drinking water by 2015 and aim to reduce that number to zero by 2025;

•Reduce by half number of people who do not have access to basic sanitation in our region by 2015 and aim to reduce that number to zero by 2025, through the adoption of new and innovative sanitation systems that are not as water reliant as current methods;

message from Beppu

Message from BeppuMessage from Beppu

•Accord the highest priority to water and sanitation in our economic and development plans and agendas and to increase substantially our allocation of resources to the water and sanitation sectors.

•Improve governance, efficiency, transparency and equity in all aspects related to the management of water, particularly as it impacts on poor communities. •We recognise that while women are particularly vulnerable, they are also resilient and entrepreneurial, hence, should be empowered in all water-related activities.

message from Beppu

Message from BeppuMessage from Beppu

•Take urgent and effective action to prevent and reduce the risks of flood, drought and other water-related disasters and to bring timely relief and assistance to their victims;

•Support the region’s vulnerable small island states in their efforts to protect lives and livelihoods from the impacts of climate change;

•Exhort the Bali Conference to take into account the•Relationship between water and climate change, such as the melting of snowcaps and glaciers in the Himalayas and rising sea levels, which are already having an impact on some countries in the region;

message from Beppu

Message from BeppuMessage from Beppu