K-water Leads Asia Water Council in Bangkok
Asia Water Council meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, bring together 187 organizations from 27 countries to strengthen regional water cooperation.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Asia
K-water held a series of Asia Water Council meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 4 to 6, where the council approved seven new members at its 25th board meeting. Twelve Korean water technology companies showcased solutions in a business exhibition at the meetings.
Why it matters
The meetings aim to strengthen regional water cooperation and explore new business opportunities for Korean water technology companies. The council marks its 10th anniversary, having been established in 2016 to bring together organizations across Asia.
The Asia Water Council now counts 187 member organizations across 27 countries, with seven new members approved at the 25th board meeting, including Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and Bhutan's Druk Holding and Investments. Twelve Korean water technology firms exhibited solutions aimed at Thailand's flooding and drought challenges.
The players
K-water
K-water is South Korea's national water resources management corporation, which chairs the Asia Water Council.
Asia Water Council
The Asia Water Council is a regional cooperation body founded in 2016 that brings together water organizations from across Asia.
The details
The general assembly revised the council's charter and elected new board members, while K-water is promoting digital twins, AI-powered water treatment plants, and smart water distribution systems. Participating Korean companies held one-on-one consultations with potential partners during the business exhibition.
Timeline
2016: Asia Water Council established.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026: 25th board meeting and business exhibition held in Bangkok.
Thursday, November 5, 2026: General assembly reviewed AWC 2.0 and elected board members.
Friday, November 6, 2026: Meeting to select the next chair and executive board.
Season Trajectory
The Asia Water Council was founded in 2016 to coordinate water management across the region, and this year's meetings mark its 10th anniversary as membership expands to 187 organizations. The addition of seven new members and a revised charter reflects the council's continued growth since its founding.
Travelers interested in Bangkok during early November should note that the city hosts these regional water meetings from November 4 to 6, which may affect hotel availability for delegates. Visitors can plan around the meetings by checking schedules in advance.
The takeaway
Regional water cooperation in Asia is expanding through organizations like the Asia Water Council, and digital and AI-driven water technologies are increasingly central to addressing flooding and drought. Readers tracking infrastructure and climate adaptation across the region can follow these developments as the council's leadership transitions.
What happens next
A meeting on Friday, November 6, 2026, will select the next chair and executive board of the Asia Water Council.
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