Boosting international cooperation on water challenges: the role of public development banks in unlocking water and sanitation investments
Water, sanitation and hygiene are at the heart of the balances of ecosystems and societies, an essential factor of biodiversity, food security, health and peace. Public Development Banks have in many contexts proven they can have a catalyst role, not only to finance water and sanitation investments but also to enhance cooperation. This session will be an opportunity to explore their unique mandate and see how they can help bridging the funding gap towards sound WASH investments and achieving SDG6.
