Asia, Europe and Africa United for Urban Water Management: Hungarian Expertise at the Forefront of Global Cooperation
Water challenges don´t stop at national borders. Climate change, rapid urbanisation, growing water demand and increasing pressure on natural resources are creating complex challenges that require international cooperation, innovation and shared expertise.
Hungarian Water Partnership Expands Opportunities in Indonesia and the ASEAN Region
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) was honoured to participate in the Indonesia–Hungary Business Forum on Investment Opportunities in Indonesia’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs), organised with the support of the Embassy of Indonesia in Hungary, the Hungarian Export Promotion Agency (HEPA), and the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI).
Hungarian Water Partnership Hosts Indian Water Industry Delegation in Budapest
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) recently welcomed a delegation of Indian water industry professionals in Budapest as part of a broader business mission organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and the Hungarian Export Promotion Agency (HEPA).
Hungarian Water Sector Expertise for Water Resilience in the Danube Region
Dr. Károly Kovács, President of the Hungarian Water Partnership and President of Hungarian Water Association, participated as a speaker at the 2026 Danube Water Forum, held in Sofia on 20–22 May. The central theme of the international professional event was strengthening water resilience in the Danube region under the title “From Vision to Action: Building a Water-Resilient Danube Region.”
HWP at IFAT 2026 – Connecting continents, shaping water’s future
During the four days of this year’s IFAT Munich international environmental trade fair, the stand of the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) became a true international meeting point. We welcomed visitors, partners, and decision-makers from five continents, engaging in numerous professional discussions.
Hungarian Water Partnership and PASA Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement on Sustainable Sanitation
On the 27th of February, the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) and the Pan-African Association of Sanitation Actors (PASA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for cooperation for the joint development of an ecosystem and value chain for non-sewered sanitation, faecal sludge treatment and resource valorisation.
Oliver Nachevski Awarded Honorary Ambassador Title by the Hungarian Water Partnership
On 27 February 2026, the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) awarded the prestigious title of Honorary Ambassador to Mr. Oliver Nachevski, recognizing his outstanding contributions to strengthening the international reputation of the Hungarian water industry and promoting global professional cooperation in the water sector.
No Boarding Pass Needed to Africa - Global Water and Sanitation Connect 2026
A high-level African water delegation of 50 welcomed in Budapest. At the invitation of the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP), 50 senior water sector leaders, technical directors, and policy decision-makers from over 15 African countries visited Budapest between February 24–28, 2026, to learn about Hungary’s internationally recognized water technologies and cooperation models.
The Future of Water – Global Challenges, Innovative Solutions
300+ participants, 20+ countries, one shared goal: the future of water security
Leading water sector stakeholders from Africa, Europe, and Asia gathered in Hungary for the international conference “The Future of Water”, organized by the Hungarian Water Partnership within the framework of Planet Budapest 2026.
Hungarian Water Partnership and Saigon Technology University launch strategic cooperation in Vietnam`s water and food sectors
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) and Saigon Technology University (STU) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Ho Chi Minh City, marking a significant milestone in Hungarian–Vietnamese cooperation in the fields of water management, technology innovation, and education.
Hungarian Water Partnership and Hanoi University of Civil Engineering Mark a New Milestone in Hungarian–Vietnamese Water Cooperation
On 28 January 2026, the Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) and the Hanoi University of Civil Engineering (HUCE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), opening new horizons for cooperation in sustainable water management, education, research, and joint professional initiatives.
Accelerating SDG6 innovations in water and sanitation for a sustainable future
The achievements of Hungarian innovators within the Hungarian Water Partnership network, are powerful testimonies to how national expertise can contribute to global goals. These solutions embody the very spirit of the UN SDG6 Accelerator: creative, context-appropriate, affordable, and impactful technologies that help bring water and sanitation services to all.
Sustainable Hungarian water industry solutions presented at the IWA Congress
Bangkok hosted the congress of the International Water Association (IWA), one of the most prominent global forums in the water sector. The Hungarian water industry was represented by Dr Károly Kovács, President of the Hungarian Water Partnership
Global water security - HWP President Highlights Shared Responsibility at ASEM Water Forum
The 2025 International Exchange Meeting on “Water Resources Safety and Sustainable Management”, held under the framework of South-South and Triangular Cooperation, convened experts from Asia, Europe, and Africa to address some of the world’s most urgent water-related challenges.
Water is life, sanitation is dignity
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) actively contributes to broadening the interpretation of sanitation, developing and strengthening wastewater treatment services, setting discharge standards, and identifying alternative financing models. This involvement is facilitated by Dr Károly Kovács, President of HWP, through his membership on AfWASA’s Strategic and Technical Committee (STC).
Are we rich enough to buy cheap? - Life-Cycle-based project preparation for sustainable projects
It is often the case that financial institutions and donors focus on the cheapest solutions during project preparation. However, both the beneficiary and the donor organisation share the same interest: to implement investments that are sustainable and operational in the long term.
HWP Represented at the Seventh Meeting of the Parties to the Protocol on Water and Health
Dr. Károly Kovács represented the Hungarian Water Partnership at the Seventh Meeting of the Parties to the Protocol on Water and Health in Budapest. Discussions focused on the 2026 UN Water Conference, the global water infrastructure financing gap and the need to support scalable, bankable solutions that accelerate progress toward SDG 6
Hungarian Water Partnership at IFAT India 2025
The Hungarian Water Partnership participated in IFAT India 2025 in Mumbai, presenting Hungarian expertise in drinking water purification and regenerable adsorbent technologies. HWP also organised a professional panel on arsenic contamination, highlighting sustainable treatment solutions and new opportunities for Hungarian–Indian cooperation.
Hungarian - Vietnamese Water Cooperation in Focus at Vietnam Water Week 2025
Hungarian water expertise was prominently featured at Vietnam Water Week 2025 in Hanoi. HWP member company Puraset presented its AsMET arsenic-removal technology, while HWP Secretary General Bálint Horváth received a VWSA Commemorative Medal for his contribution to strengthening Hungarian-Vietnamese water-sector cooperation.
Regional water challenges, practical Hungarian technologies and stronger partnerships for Africa
The Hungarian Water Partnership (HWP) was given a prominent opportunity to present Hungarian expertise and practical water-sector solutions at the 95th Session of the Strategic and Technical Council (STC) of the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA), held in Malawi from 21 to 24 July 2025.
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