UN Watercourses Convention

The UN Watercourses Convention, formally known as the Convention on the Law of Non-Navigational Uses of International Watercourses, is an international agreement that sets legal guidelines for countries sharing freshwater streams and rivers across borders. It encourages cooperation, resource sharing, and dispute resolution to ensure sustainable and equitable use of water resources. The convention emphasizes the importance of protecting water quality, preventing harm, and respecting the rights of all nations involved. Its goal is to promote peaceful and fair management of transboundary watercourses for the benefit of all countries sharing these vital water resources.