Regional Workshop on Transboundary Climate Risk and Adaptation

The West Asia–North Africa (WANA) Institute – Royal Scientific Society, convened a regional workshop on transboundary climate risk and adaptation, bringing together government representatives from Palestine, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon.
The workshop provided a platform to discuss shared climate and water-related risks, explore regional adaptation priorities, and identify opportunities for stronger cooperation across borders. It also brought together representatives from the European Union, the European Investment Bank, and the Green Climate Fund, helping to connect regional priorities with potential support.
The workshop was implemented by the Royal Scientific Society in partnership with the Pearl Institute at the University of Reading, with technical and financial support from the United Nations Environment Programme.
This workshop marks the first of three convening moments planned for 2026. The process will continue with a working group session on the margins of World Water Week in Stockholm in late August, followed by the UN Water Conference in the UAE in December, alongside UNFCCC COP31.
Together, these convenings aim to build a shared understanding of transboundary climate risks, develop practical adaptation solutions, and connect regional priorities with the global processes where climate and water action can be mobilised.