Understanding the targets of SDG 6

SDG 6 connects access to water and sanitation with peace, regional integration, environmental protection and transboundary cooperation.

Session transcript · Topic 1 · Remy Kinna · UNECE Water Convention

Overview

SDG 6 connects access to water and sanitation with peace, regional integration, environmental protection and transboundary cooperation.

Key ideas

  • Water data and reporting help countries identify gaps and priorities.
  • Transboundary water agreements can prevent conflict and support joint investment.
  • UNECE and UNESCO support reporting on water cooperation.
  • Parliamentarians can encourage stronger national data collection and dialogue.

Water cooperation and SDG 6

The session connects water data, transboundary agreements and institutional cooperation. Parliamentarians are encouraged to use national reporting and scientific evidence to support planning, accountability and peaceful management of shared resources.