As a flagship strategic event within Saudi Water Week 2026, held under the patronage of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), the 7th Arab Water Forum (AWF7), convened by the Arab Water Council in partnership with the League of Arab States, continues to position itself as the region’s leading triennial platform dedicated to advancing water security, resilience, and regional cooperation. 

The upcoming seventh edition taking place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from 28 June – 1 July 2026, is designed to move decisively from dialogue to implementation by translating ministerial and political commitments into technically sound governance reforms, bankable and investable solutions, and measurable, impact-driven outcomes, providing a clear pathway for delivery, accountability, and investment across the Arab region. 

Furthermore, the Forum offers a powerful platform to spotlight landmark and pipeline water projects shaping the region’s future infrastructure, while enabling technology and equipment solution providers to gain direct insight into sector priorities, investment trends, and operational requirements. It creates an ideal environment for collaboration, business development, and strategic partnerships that can accelerate the delivery of transformative water initiatives across the Arab region.

The 7th Arab Water Forum is designed to deliver concrete, measurable and actionable outcomes that drive regional water security forward, with key objectives to: