Report to the Session on “Small Islands”– 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

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.

History of APWF, namely of WWF and JWF

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

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

July 2000Establishment of the Secretariat of the 3rd World Water Forum

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

“Asia-Pacific Water Ministerial Meeting”in 4th World Water Forum (Mexico)

About 160 ministers and representatives of int’l organizations attended and expressed the appreciation and support to the APWF.

Concept of “APWF” & “APWS” was born in the preparatory process towards the 4th World Water Forum. And it is realized by all concerned-people in this Region.

Outline of the APWS

1. Title: 1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

2. Theme: Water Security: Leadership and Commitment

3. Date: December 3rd and 4th, 2007

3. Venue: B-Con Plaza (Beppu International Convention

Center), Oita, Japan

4. Organizer:

− Asia-Pacific Water Forum

− Steering Committee of the 1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

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)

• Empowering local authorities

• Promoting partnership approaches

• Providing resources for capacity development

Guiding Principles

Policy Brief 2007

Discussion at 1st APWS: ProgramTime Monday, December 3 Time Tuesday, December 4

9:00-10:30

Sanitation – Regional Launching of IYS2008

The Small Island’s Dialogue on Water and Climate

Commitment for Ensuring Water Security in the Aral Sea Basin-Cooperation versus Competition

10:30-10:50

Coffee Break

11:00-13:00

Opening Ceremony - Opening Remarks: Mr. Yoshiro Mori, Chair of the Steering Committee of the 1st APWS - Remarks: His Imperial Highness the Crown Prince of Japan - Greetings: Mr. Yasuo Fukuda, Prime Minister of Japan - Report from APWF: Prof. Tommy Koh, Chair of Governing Council of APWF - Keynote Speeches: His Royal Highness Prince Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands, Chairman of UNSGAB - Video Message: Mr.Ban Ki-moon, Secretary General of UN - Memorial Speech : His Imperial Highness the Crown Prince of Japan

10:50-12:20

Water-related Disaster Management: Priority Theme B

Water for Development and Ecosystems: Priority Theme C

12:20-14:00

Lunch

13:00-15:00

Lunch 14:00-15:30

Leadership for Ensuring Water Security in the Asia-Pacific Region: Knowledge, Financing, and Capacity Development: Priority Theme A and Key Result Area 1

Increasing Capacity for Local Actions: Key Result Area 2

15:00-15:10

- Election of Chair, Vice Chairs & Rapporteur- Adoption of Agenda

15:30-16:00

Coffee Break

15:10-16:40

Speeches by the heads of government 16:00-17:30

Closing Ceremony - Report from Sessions: Session Organizers - Invitation to the 5th World Water Forum - From Other Regions - Presentation of Message from Beppu & Chair’s Summary - Greetings - Closing Remarks

16:40-17:00

Coffee Break

17:00-18:30

Climate Change , Glaciers, and Water Resources in the Himalayan Region

CEO Mandate for Action in Water

Monitoring of Investment and Results in Water: Key Result Area4

18:45- Welcome Reception hosted by Oita Prefectural Committee of the 1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

18:00- Farewell Cocktail and Dinner Party hosted by Chair of Steering Committee of the 1st Asia-Pacific Water Summit

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, Kyrgy

z Republic

Discussion at 1st APWS:Speeches by the Heads of government

2. Monday, December 3, 2007 15:10-16:40

[The Central Asian countries : President of Republic of Tajikistan , Vice Prime Minister of Kyrgyz Republic]- Described how their countries economies were particularly vulnerable to water-related disasters - The need for a cooperative approach to solve water-related issues including those of the Aral Sea Basin - Increasing investment levels, particularly in rehabilitating their countries aging water infrastructure requires

immediate attention [The Asia-Pacific small island : President of Republic of Kiribati, President of Republic of Palau, President of

Republic of Nauru, Premier of Federated States of Micronesia, Prime Minister of Niue, Prime Minister of Tuvalu ]

- Noting that water scarcity was an inherent challenge to low-lying islands, mainly because of their lack of river systems and vulnerable groundwater resources

- Hoped that the Summit would mobilize an increased commitment to financial and technical support. - For several of these states, the real threat from projected sea level rise and increased cyclonic activity associated

with climate change is a major concern to their lives and livelihoods.[Himalayan region: Prime Minister of Kingdom of Bhutan]- Described how climate change has led to rapidly receding glaciers, which in turn pose the threat of glacial lake

bursts which leads to flash floods that affect human settlements in the downstream valleys.

Discussion at 1st APWS:Speeches by the Heads of government

2. Monday, December 3, 2007 15:10-16:40

[Program]- Video on “Islands and Climate Change” (introduced by President of Kiribati)- Panel Discussion (President of Kiribati, Minister of Works of Samoa, WHO, Executive

Director of PWA, Director of ICHARM, Director of ISDR)

[Summary]- Called attention to the vulnerability and particular needs of small island countries to

effectively manage their water resources under a highly variable and changing climate- One of the main discussion points included the need to change the paradigm for

dealing with the vulnerability of small island States from disaster response to disaster risk reduction and disaster management

The Small Islands’ Dialogue on Water and ClimateSession organizer: Pacific Islands Applied Geoscience Commission (SOPAC) & International Center for Water Hazard and Risk Management (ICHARM)

Discussion at 1st APWS: Session3. Tuesday, December 4, 2007 9:00-12:20

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)

4. Key Outcome Documents: Message from Beppu

Message from BeppuMessage from BeppuDrafted by Rapporteur as a results of the discussion during the Summit

Announced byAnnounced by Rapporteur at

Closing ceremony

Agreed by Summit participantsAgreed by Summit participants

•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

7. Others: Exhibition and Trial of bio-toilet− Duration:

December 1 - 4

− Purpose:To raise awareness with regard to the importance of sanitation and hygiene among international society for the purpose of improving the situation of the 2.6 billion people who do not have access to basic sanitation in the World.

− Organizer:Japan Toilet Association & Japan Water Forum

− Cooperation:Mikasa Corporation