The forum was attended by governmental and non-governmental civic organizations, UN agencies, development banks, and other stakeholders. The discussion focused on the sustainable development goals for sustainable access to basic water, sanitation, and hygiene services.
The forum in Jakarta is said to focus primarily on political commitment, additional investment, leadership, and accountability to achieve the goals of water, sanitation, and hygiene services by 2030.
In addition to the issues of water, sanitation, and hygiene, the two-day talks are expected to be held with the ministers of the sector.
Representing Ethiopia, State Minister for Health Dr. Dereje Duguma and Minister of Water and Energy Dr. E. Habtamu Itefa participated in the forum. The event was attended by more than 70 ministers and 250 delegates from 37 countries, including Ethiopia.
The forum will be an opportunity for Ethiopia to share its experience in water, sanitation, and hygiene work and to gain experience from other countries.
The forum is being held with the theme 'Building Forward Better for Recovery and Resilience.