{"id":49712,"date":"2026-08-17T16:33:02","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/the-third-meeting-of-the-strategic-council-of-the-international-center-for-integrated-watershed-management-and-biotic-resources-held\/"},"modified":"2026-10-29T10:24:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T06:54:13","slug":"the-third-meeting-of-the-strategic-council-of-the-international-center-for-integrated-watershed-management-and-biotic-resources-held","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/en\/the-third-meeting-of-the-strategic-council-of-the-international-center-for-integrated-watershed-management-and-biotic-resources-held\/","title":{"rendered":"The Third Meeting of the Strategic Council of the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources Held"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\"><p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>The third meeting of the Strategic Council of the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources, a UNESCO Category 2 Centre, was held on Sunday, November 16, 2026, at the headquarters of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization of Iran. The meeting was attended by Dr. Reza Aflahtouni, Deputy Minister and Head of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization; Dr. Hassan Fartousi, Secretary-General of Iran\u2019s National Commission for UNESCO; Dr. Hadi Kiadaliri, Deputy Head of the Department of Environment for Education and Public Participation; Dr. Hamid Nouri, Director of the Center; and members of the Strategic Council.<\/strong><\/p><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">The meeting reviewed the Center\u2019s activities and the process of renewing its mandate, emphasizing the need to strengthen its scientific standing and international profile, expand regional and international cooperation, foster links between universities and executive agencies, and develop a strategic plan for the upcoming period.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emphasis by the Secretary-General of Iran\u2019s National Commission for UNESCO on Strengthening the Position<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Hassan Fartousi, Secretary-General of Iran\u2019s National Commission for UNESCO, emphasized the Center\u2019s scientific and international potential, stating: \u201cAlongside fulfilling its scientific and specialized mandate, the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources should become a platform for showcasing and strengthening the scientific capacities of the Islamic Republic of Iran at the regional and international levels.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Referring to the shared challenges countries face, including land degradation, climate change, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss, he added that these issues are not confined to national borders and that addressing them requires cooperation, the exchange of knowledge and experience, and the development of joint projects among countries. From this perspective, the Center can play an important role in connecting countries\u2019 scientific and operational capacities and expanding international cooperation.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Referring to the shared challenges countries face, including land degradation, climate change, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss, he added that these issues are not confined to national borders and that addressing them requires cooperation, the exchange of knowledge and experience, and the development of joint projects among countries. From this perspective, the Center can play an important role in connecting countries\u2019 scientific and operational capacities and expanding international cooperation.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9756-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Need for Cross-Sectoral Participation and Attention to the Younger Generation<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">He described supporting young specialists as essential to sustaining and expanding the Center\u2019s activities and proposed establishing a network of young experts in water management, watershed management, and biotic resources. This network would provide a scientific support base for the Center, facilitate the transfer of knowledge and experience to the next generation, and ensure the continuity of its specialized activities.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Fartousi also stressed the need to establish clear indicators for evaluating the Center\u2019s performance, stating: \u201cTo assess the extent to which the Center\u2019s objectives and plans have been achieved, specific, measurable indicators must be established to enable continuous monitoring of its performance and more effective communication of its achievements at the national and international levels.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Center: An Opportunity to Strengthen Iran\u2019s Science Diplomacy<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Reza Aflahtouni, Deputy Minister and Head of Iran\u2019s Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization, also described the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources as a valuable opportunity for the country and stressed the importance of maintaining its standing and renewing the Center\u2019s mandate.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Referring to the country\u2019s challenges in water management, land management, vegetation, and biotic resources, he stated that the Center could play an effective role in improving water and land resource management processes and preventing land degradation by drawing on scientific, operational, and managerial capacities, as well as modern technologies.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Aflahtouni also emphasized the need to strengthen links between executive agencies, universities, and research centers, stating: \u201cExisting scientific and operational capacities must be interconnected within a coherent framework, and the Center can become a hub for the exchange of knowledge and experience in integrated watershed management and biotic resources.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">He identified water cycle management, an integrated approach to hydrology and ecology, and the linking of academic knowledge with indigenous knowledge and local experience as other key capacities of the Center. He also emphasized expanding international cooperation and developing joint projects with various countries, universities, scientific institutions, and international organizations.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">The Head of Iran\u2019s Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization also identified expanding membership to include various countries, particularly members of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), and BRICS, as well as strengthening Iran\u2019s scientific and operational diplomacy in land management, as key opportunities for the Center.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9786-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Hamid Nouri, Director of the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources, then presented a report on the process of renewing the Center\u2019s mandate and the measures taken in this regard.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Referring to the Center\u2019s establishment in 2021 and the end of its current term in 2027, he stated that the process of renewing the Center\u2019s mandate had begun several months earlier and that the Islamic Republic of Iran had formally submitted its request to UNESCO.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">Nouri identified performance evaluation, the extent to which objectives have been achieved, alignment of the Center\u2019s programs with UNESCO\u2019s priorities, and an assessment of its scientific and operational capacities as key components of the renewal process. He also presented a report on the Center\u2019s scientific, educational, and research activities, the production of specialized content, international networking, and cooperation with universities and scientific institutions in Iran and abroad.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"post-text wp-block-paragraph\">At the conclusion of the meeting, the members of the Strategic Council discussed ways to strengthen the Center\u2019s standing and expand its activities. They emphasized the need for greater synergy among executive agencies, universities, scientific institutions, and international organizations; the expansion of regional and international cooperation; the development of joint projects; and the formulation of a new strategic plan for the Center\u2019s next term.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9806-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"43520\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9797-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"43518\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9745-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"43513\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9635-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"43512\" src=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/unesco.ir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/181A9617-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The third meeting of the Strategic Council of the International Center for Integrated Watershed Management and Biotic Resources, a UNESCO Category \u06f2 Centre, was held on Sunday, November \u06f1\u06f6, \u06f2\u06f0\u06f2\u06f6, at the headquarters of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization of Iran. 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