Abu Dhabi to Host Global Water Conference as UAE Extends Diplomatic Invitation to Comoros

The UAE President has invited the leader of the Union of the Comoros to participate in a landmark United Nations conference on water security, signalling Abu Dhabi's growing role as a convener of international dialogue on critical global challenges.

The pressing question of global water security will gather the world’s attention in Abu Dhabi this December, as the UAE prepares to co-host the UN Water Conference 2026 alongside the Republic of Senegal. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended a personal invitation to His Excellency Azali Assoumani, President of the Union of the Comoros, to attend and participate in the three day gathering from 8 to 10 December.

The message was conveyed through Jumaa Rashed Alromaithi, UAE Ambassador to the Union of the Comoros, during a meeting with President Assoumani, underscoring the personal nature of Abu Dhabi’s diplomatic engagement across the African continent and beyond. This outreach reflects the UAE’s commitment to fostering dialogue on matters that transcend borders and touch every nation.

The conference represents a significant moment in the global conversation around water resources, sustainability and shared stewardship of this vital element. As a nation that understands the complexities of water scarcity and resource management in an arid climate, the UAE brings both practical experience and intellectual leadership to the discourse.

What it means for Abu Dhabi

This conference positioning Abu Dhabi as a centre for international environmental diplomacy and multilateral cooperation. The convergence of global leaders in the capital underscores the Emirates’ elevated role in shaping policies that affect billions of people worldwide, particularly in regions facing water stress.

The co-hosting arrangement with Senegal reflects the UAE’s deepening partnerships across Africa and its commitment to collaborative solutions to shared challenges. By convening voices from across the continent and the world, Abu Dhabi reinforces its identity as a bridge between nations and a thoughtful steward of global concerns.

Source: WAM