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Remarks by World Bank Group President David Malpass at the UN 2023 Water Conference

· David Malpass, President of the World Bank Group (International)

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ContextRemarks by World Bank Group President David Malpass at the UN 2023 Water Conference.

Why it mattersMalpass argues that underpricing water leads to waste and scarcity.

Problems raised
  1. Water is essential for the economy.
  2. Water scarcity affects development.
  3. Climate change affects water.
Solutions proposed
  1. Reform water policies and institutions.
  2. Value water properly.
  3. Use water in climate adaptation.
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