Water for All: ADB-Supported Networks

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ADB-Supported Networks
	ADB helps build regional networks and strengthen the capacity of critical water sector institutions such as water apex bodies, river basin organizations, and water utilities to fast-track water reforms.

Governance

National Water Sector Apex Bodies (NWSABs)
NWSABs adopt national policies and laws, coordinate reforms, and represent stakeholders' interests.

Knowledge Management

KnowledgeHubs
The KnowledgeHubs network promotes sharing knowledge, and championing feasible solutions.

Water Resources

Network of Asian River Basin Organizations (NARBO)
NARBO facilitates knowledge sharing and capacity building for Integrated Water Resources Management.

Water Supply and Sanitation

	Central Asia and South Caucasus Water Utilities Association (CASCWUA) CASCWUA addresses inadequate water and sanitation for the poor in Central Asia and South Caucasus.
	South Asian Water Utilities Network (SAWUN) SAWUN improves water supply and sanitation services delivery for many cities and communities in South Asia.
	South East Asian Water Utilities Network (SEAWUN) SEAWUN improves services delivery and advocates sector reforms in Southeast Asia.

Updates

Data Book of Southeast Asian Water Utilities
The South East Asian Water Utilities Network completed its 2nd benchmarking program, covering 40 water utilities.

Knowledgehubs was launched during the 2008 Singapore International Water Week.
CASCWUA recently launched its Continuous Improvement and Benchmarking program.
NARBO has reviewed the implementation of its action plan for 2006-2007, and approved an Action Plan for 2008-2010. NARBO now has 53 member organizations.
SAWUN has lined-up a program of activities for 2007-2008, which includes performance benchmarking exercises, twinning arrangements, and others.
The apex bodies of Philippines and Thailand completed their peer review exercise and are now implementing selected recommendations from the review.

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