Hani Sewilam (left), the Egyptian Minister of Water Systems and Irrigation, having a discussion with Dr Elena Manaenkova. With them is the COP27 President, Sameh Shoukry World leaders at the ongoing United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP27) have taken a bold step towards addressing risks of water insecurity and water-related climate disasters. This follows the launch of the Action on Water Adaptation or Resilience (AWARe), an initiative to champion inclusive cooperation to address water-related challenges across climate change adaptation. The AWARe thrives on three-pronged priorities for action, one of which is to decrease water losses worldwide and improve water supply. Additionally, the initiative thrives on implementing mutually agreed policies and methods for cooperative water-related adaptation action and its co-benefits. It also promotes cooperation and inter-linkages between water and climate action in order to achieve Agenda 2030, in particular SDG 6 (improved wa...