4th National Maritime Conference (NMC 2025)

Organized by the Center of Research and Innovation in Maritime Affairs (CRIMA), Minhaj University Lahore.

Panel Discussion II: Water Security and Regional Cooperation: Rethinking Transboundary Water Governance

This critical session addresses one of Pakistan's most pressing challenges: securing our water future in a complex regional landscape. Our experts will explore pathways for sustainable and collaborative management of shared water resources, a cornerstone of national security and economic stability.

Moderator:

Dr. Ahmad Ali Gul

Director, Center for Disaster Management, UMT

Distinguished Panelists:

Mr. Ahmad Rafay Alam – Environmental Lawyer, Founding Partner, Saleem, Alam & Co., Lahore

Engr. Faakhar Raza – Regional Director, Pakistan Council of Research in Water Resources (PCRWR), Lahore

Dr. Farhat Asif – President, Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS), Islamabad

Mr. Shahid Hamid – Advisor (Hydrology & Water Management), Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), Lahore

Engr. Tahir Basharat Cheema – Advisor (Energy) APTMA; Former Managing Director PEPCO

Mr. Ahmad Sarwar Baig – Director Project, WAPDA, Lahore

Dr. Asia Mukhtar – Assistant Professor, Kinnaird College for Women University, Lahore

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