Monday, 8 December 2025

Abang Johari to give plenary keynote address at water and development congress in Bangkok

BANGKOK,Dec 8 2025: Premier Abang Johari Openg arrived here today to attend the International Water Association’s Water and Development Congress and Exhibition 2025 (WDCE 2025).

Caption: Premier Abang Johari  Openg is now in Bangkok for the IWA water and development congress
 

He was accompanied by Minister of Utilities and Telecommunications Julaihi Narawi and Sarawak Government Secretary Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, arriving at Don Mueang International Airport at approximately 12.29pm local time this afternoon.

On hand to receive him were  Minister of Political Affairs of the Malaysian Embassy in Bangkok, Ahmad Hashim Mahmood and Permanent Secretary of the Sarawak Ministry of Utilities and Telecommunications (MUT) Jafri Lias.

The premier is scheduled to deliver a plenary keynote address “Water: Driving a Resilient and Sustainable Future for Sarawak” this Tuesday at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Bangkok.

In addition to him, several experts and researchers from various countries also delivered keynote speeches focusing on clean water, sanitation and innovation solutions.

WDCE 2025, which runs from 8 to 12 December, is a global event focusing on water and development issues in low- and middle-income countries.

The event will connect experts, utilities and researchers to share knowledge, foster collaboration and showcase solutions to water and sanitation challenges.

Themed “Water, Sanitation and Innovation – Pathways to Progress and a Sustainable Future”, the 2025 edition will present solutions that encompass water and sanitation services, the role of water in urban areas, the relationship between cities and basins and opportunities for achieving climate resilience.

It will feature keynote speeches by leading sector figures who have been specially invited to share their experiences in shaping and delivering solutions.

The programme will also provide a unique platform for water professionals to present and share their latest findings and insights.

From Thailand,Abang Johari will fly to China to continue his working visit from 10 to 13 December.

 

 

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