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One in four people around the globe reside in nations grappling with severe water stress. 

As we look forward to 2050, global water demand is projected to surge by 20% to 25%. 

On this edition of The Agenda, speaks to Professor Asit K Biswas, Honorary Professor, Glasgow University, Changhua Wu, Vice Chair, Governing Council of Asia Pacific Water Forum and Dr. Peter Gleick, Senior Fellow and Co-founder of Pacific Institute and ask about the challenges we face and how innovation and technology could be key in averting an even deadlier water crisis.

Water Stress - The Agenda
Water Stress - The Agenda
Water Stress - The Agenda

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