5th March 2009 5th World Water Forum Istanbul B R I D G I N G D I V I D E S F O R W A T E R 16-22 March 2009

First Announcement SEPTEMBER 2007 5th World Water Forum March 2009 Istanbul

Contents

● Greetings 3-7

● The World Water Forum and its History 8

● Overarching Theme: “Bridging Divides For Water” 9

● A New Approach to the World Water Forum 9

● Political Process 10

● Programme Process 10

● Programme Framework 11

● Draft Programme of the Week 12

● Timetable 13

● Ministerial Conference 13

● Water Expo 14

● Water Fair 14

● Social and Cultural Events 14

● General Schedule 14

● Water Prizes 15

● Logo 15

● Turkey 16-17

● Istanbul 18-19

● Forum Venue 19

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Water Brings All Together

T urkey is fully aware that water is “Bridging Divides for Water". Given ever-increasingly becoming the the unique geographical location of single most precious and essential Istanbul, bridging West and East item that sustains life in this world, as well as connecting the North enabling all humanity as well as and South axis, Turkey is the nature to survive. We perceive dream country to fulfill the purposes water as a crucial element of civi- and goals of the Forum. lization. In this regard, the Turkish Istanbul will be the venue for par- proverb “Water brings life" has a ticipants from all governments, special place in our culture. parliamentarians, international Without doubt, the future of life organizations, local authorities, and civilization on earth depends institutions, the private sector, on water. major groups, non-governmental In recent years, Turkey has made organizations and academia who great progress in this area and has will come to the Forum to develop participated actively in World new ideas that will have the Water Fora and Ministerial greatest possible impact on all Conferences. issues in the field of water. We regard this gathering as being of 2009 will be recorded in history as the utmost importance. a year during which all the progress made on water-related Let us commit ourselves to the cre- topics since the Rio Conference, ation of a sustainable 21st century Agenda 21, UN Millennium that will be the inheritance of our Development Goals and the 2002 children who will embrace and Johannesburg Plan of continue to manage water with Implementation will be reviewed gratitude for the following genera- and new initiatives will be dis- tions. cussed. The year 2009 will also We look forward to welcoming all mark the halfway point of the participants to the 5th World Water 2005-2015 UN Decade of Water Forum in Istanbul in 2009, for Life. with traditional Turkish hospitality, The 5th World Water Forum will be in order to come together for a convened under the theme prosperous and wealthy world.

Recep Tayyip ERDO⁄AN Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey

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Invitation To The Water Forum

Dear Colleagues, communication aspects, this First Announcement includes some of I am pleased to reiterate the invita- tion for you to join us at the 5th the major debates and events World Water Forum, which will take which will take place in ‹stanbul. place in Istanbul, Turkey, from The Second Announcement, to be March 16-22, 2009. published in March 2008, will include more complete details on We are honoured that ‹stanbul is to the week of the Forum, while the be the host city of one of the most Third Announcement will be ready important events in the world. for November 2008. ‹stanbul connects continents; water connects people. It is our We hope to welcome you to ‹stan- sincere belief that the overarching bul, both in preparation for the theme of the 5th Forum, "Bridging Forum and during the week of the Divides For Water" clearly reflects event itself. It is very important for this understanding and solidarity. us that you participate in the differ- This theme ties in very neatly with ent regional events prior to the the theme of World Water Day in Forum so that we may all arrive 2009, “water connects”, which with clear, viable proposals for implies collaboration, cooperation making further progress towards and solidarity among sectors and attaining the goals which the world communities. With these common water community has put forward objectives, I am sure that the 5th at different international events, World Water Forum will provide a and thus to contribute to bridging scientific and intellectual platform divides for water. for water experts and users, parlia- mentarians, Ministers, Heads of As the Minister of Environment and States and the public-at-large to Forestry, I hereby invite you all to take seek concrete and applicable out- part in this prominent activity by comes for all of humanity. Our sin- bringing your experience, sharing cere hope is that the 5th World your know-how and contributing to Water Forum will make a huge dif- the action of the international water ference in this sense. community. On behalf of the Turkish In addition to its presentation of water community, I will be greatly components related to conceptual honoured to work hand in hand with issues, the political process and you anywhere in the world.

Prof. Dr. Veysel ERO⁄LU Minister of Environment and Forestry

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Global Threat: Water Scarcity!

Water is a vital need for life and the inform our citizens about global development of civilizations. For warming, conscious utilization of that reason, the first civilizations in resources, water saving and acting history appeared in regions which as individuals in collaboration with are rich in terms of water, such as universities, non-governmental Mesopotamia in Anatolia and the organizations and relevant bodies. river Nile in Africa, and established It is not sufficient to take measures the grounds of agriculture, trade and make decisions at the govern- and science. mental or local level for the solution However, as industry developed of water problems, which interests leading to environmental pollution, not only our country but also the the rapid and unconscious utiliza- neighboring countries. tion of resources placed the ques- Istanbul is going to host the "5th tion of global warming on the World Water Forum", to be organ- agenda. Global warming, the ized in March 2009, in order to greatest problem of the 21st cen- develop effective and long-lasting tury, led to shortages in the avail- solutions to the lack of water, ability of water resources. Thus, which interests the whole world as country states must take the nec- a global threat. The Forum which essary precautions to initiate not will be organized under the theme only local but also global water of "Bridging Divides for Water" in p o l i c i e s . addition to all the studies on Istanbul, which is greatly important preservation and utilization of with regards to its strategic and water resources conducted until geopolitical position, has wit- now, will be particularly important nessed losses in the availability of as it will be held in our city, which its water resources through the connects Asia with Europe. effect of global warming and now, I hope developments in line with despite it having an inland sea, the decisions taken in the 2009 5th faces the danger of lack of water. World Water Forum and measures Thus, at Istanbul Metropolitan taken in today's conditions will Municipality, we are striving to solve the water problem.

Dr. Kadir TOPBAfi Mayor of Istanbul

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Convey The Message On Water

Water is one of the key priorities for pitality and its commitment along- this century. Humanity will move side the World Water Council. towards peace and development Our Council and its three hundred only if it ensures access to water member organisations are entirely and sanitation to the largest major- mobilised to turn this major event ity of the people on this planet. into a landmark on the long road of But in order to succeed, we need access to water for all. to express the strongest ambitions However, the 5th Forum of Istanbul to the service of a flawless solidar- will not only be a week of meetings ity. The Millennium Development at the highest level. It is already a Goals are already universal but process that was started in they are an example of what must and that will continue well after be implemented in all places there 2009. And only the quality of the is a shortage of water or where work carried out and the commit- sanitation is lacking. In short, ment of the participants mobilised everywhere dignity and freedom around this event can guarantee need to be guaranteed. the success of this process. The organisation of the World Bringing together all the compe- Water Fora is an element of this tencies on water, “bridging divides development, contributing to for water”, such is the ambition bringing together men and women shared by Turkey and the World defending the same cause, foster- Water Council. Each of us, whether ing collaborations between institu- at the international or local level, tions at all levels in order to define must contribute to the task. It is policies and allowing for the setting only with everyone’s participation, up of concrete actions. with your participation, that we will After Marrakech, The Hague, be able to pass on clear and con- Kyoto, and Mexico City, the great crete messages to all those who water family will gather in Istanbul have power of decision. in March 2009, at the Turkish peo- Join us to formulate these mes- ple’s invitation. I would like to take sages and bring them to Istanbul in this opportunity to thank the March 2009. You are warmly Government of Turkey for its hos- invited. You are welcome.

Loic FAUCHON President of the World Water Council

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Bridging Divides Between Contrasting Perspectives

The World Water Forum was estab- Bridging divides implies creating lished as an open, multi-stakeholder enhanced understanding and participatory process, which builds improved information exchange on the knowledge, experience and between and amongst water users, input of the global water community decision-makers, the media, water and enables multi-stakeholder par- practitioners and experts, at local, ticipation and dialogue to influence regional and global levels. It also water policy-making at a local, involves creating or reinforcing existing regional, national and global level, connections and interactions thus ensuring better living and between the various uses and respect for the principles of sustain- sources of water, such as water and able development to achieve the health, water and sanitation, water Prof. Dr. Oktay Millennium Development Goals. and finance, water and energy, water TABASARAN and climate, water and food, fresh- Being the largest global water event, Secretary General of water and seawater, and so on. The focusing on the ever-increasing 5th World Water Forum theme also pertains to the bridging nature of water-related problems, of gaps in water technology, financing, and their crucial importance to capacity and management, with human beings, the World Water Fora shared knowledge and experience. are built on the knowledge and expe- Bridging divides between these con- rience of different types of organiza- trasting perspectives will provide an tions active in global water policy. It opportunity to rise above differences is a venture founded on the princi- and bring various stakeholders and ples of collaboration, partnerships sectors closer together. Water should and innovation. create connections. It is time to The Forum is a constantly-evolving bridge the divides for water! process, prepared during the two- The Turkish government and the year period prior to the actual event. World Water Council, the co-organ- After the previous Fora, held in izers of the 5th Forum, are thus hon- Morocco (1997), the Netherlands Daniel ZIMMER oured and pleased to invite you to (2000), Japan (2003) and Mexico Executive Director join in with these efforts over the (2006), the 5th World Water Forum World Water Council coming two years, to ensure that the will be held in March 2009 in 5th Forum can build on and learn Istanbul, Turkey. from the successes and pitfalls of its Given Turkey’s strategic position previous editions, to truly make a dif- between East and West, North and ference to the lives of communities South, but also the conceptual barri- around the world. The Forum is your ers between different water cultures, platform, your opportunity to raise between developed and developing awareness of and increase the regions of the world, and the need to importance accorded to water issues bring together the many ongoing ini- at the political level. This first tiatives around the world related to announcement aims to illustrate the water issues, “Bridging Divides for ways in which the Forum will be Water” has been chosen as the over- organized over the next two years, arching theme for the Forum in and the many processes in which Turkey. you can take part.

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The World Water Forum And Its History

The World Water Council is an international multi- faces daily. The Forum is a unique platform where stakeholder platform. It was established in 1996 on individuals from both inside and outside the water the initiative of renowned water specialists and inter- sector can interact and debate, creating broader national organizations, in response to increasing con- awareness for water related issues and a resolve to cern about world water issues from the global com- find solutions. In addition, it provides the opportunity munity. The World Water Council's mission is "to for Ministers, Local Authorities and Parliamentarians promote awareness, build political commitment and to consolidate their different perspectives with those trigger action on critical water issues at all levels, of experts and civil society. including the highest decision-making level, to facili- tate the efficient conservation, protection, develop- ment, planning, management and use of water in all its dimensions on an environmentally sustainable basis for the benefit of all life on Earth." By providing a platform to encourage debates and exchanges of experience, the Council aims to reach a common strategic vision on water resources and water services D e c i s i o n management amongst all stakeholders in the water M a k e r s community. In the process, the Council also catalyses initiatives and activities, whose results converge toward its flagship product, the World Water Forum.

Held every three years, the World Water Forum strives Water Users P r o f e s s i o n a l s to gather people from every horizon to find sustain- able solutions to the water challenges that the world

The Forum therefore serves to:

● Raise awareness and build common understanding process in which activities related to the regional, the- for global water issues, both inside and outside of the matic, political and communications aspects of the water sector; Forum evolve over the course of many months, finally ● Trigger cooperation, facilitate partnerships and pro- providing input for dialogue during the Forum week mote concrete action at every level; i t s e l f . The 5th World Water Forum to be held in Istanbul, ● Encourage improved responsibilities and sustain- Turkey, in March of 2009 is preceded by those held in able practices for water resources management; Marrakech (1997), The Hague (2000), Kyoto (2003), ● Foster political commitment for water issues and and Mexico City (2006). With a history rich in water maintain water at the top of the political agenda, in par- resources, culture and technology, Turkey was selected ticular through the Forum’s Ministerial Conference. by the World Water Council as the next major The Forum is, however, much more than a week-long stepping-stone towards global collaboration on conference. It encompasses a two-year preparatory water problems.

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Overarching Theme: “Bridging Divides For Water”

Bridging Divides for Water is the overarching theme for holders, sectors and regions. It involves water users, the 5th World Water Forum. Istanbul aspires to be a decision makers, the public and private sectors, bridge joining people and regions to find shared solu- experts and water practitioners at local, national, tions for our problems. The 5th World Water Forum regional and global levels. Water stakeholders should offers an excellent opportunity for strengthening coop- more and more cooperate with actors from other sec- eration among our nations to face the challenge of tors such as health, agriculture or energy to strengthen attaining sustainable water use. We invite you all to the key role of water for the achievement of all MDGs. take an active part in this effort to trigger the necessary It means connecting cultures, rich and poor, develop- action to successfully meet this global challenge. ing and developed regions of the world and especially Bridging Divides for Water means connecting stake- the present with the future generations.

A New Approach To The World Water Forum

To build on the lessons from the previous Fora and cre- programme, the political process and communication ate increased commitment from the global water com- (see figure). These three committees are composed of munity, the World Water Council and the Turkish co- an equal number of representatives of Turkish and organisers have worked out an improved framework for World Water Council members. They all work with the the preparation of the Forum. support of a larger working group of organisations con- This framework relies on three committees in charge of tributing to the preparation of the Forum. They all report the three strategic components of the Forum i.e. the to the International Steering Committee.

Preparation of overall framework, definition of major P r o g r a m m e themes, design and monitoring of preparatory processes, c o m m i t t e e ➮ implementation of specific programmes

Design of the process and its linkages with the programme, Political process involvement of political groups, preparation of substantive c o m m i t t e e ➮ recommendations and commitments for decision makers

Design of communication & marketing strategy and tools, C o m m u n i c a t i o n involvement of communication officers of water community c o m m i t t e e ➮ o r g a n i s a t i o n s

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Political Process

Based on the experience developed during the 4th conducted during the two years prior to the Forum World Water Forum in Mexico, the political process in will as much as possible involve local political repre- Istanbul will involve three political groups, namely sentatives who will be requested to provide action- national governments, local authorities and elected oriented contributions to the process. parliamentarians. The discussions during the Forum aim at building This process will as much as possible relate to the bridges between the three political groups and will thematic and regional frameworks and processes of focus on a series of draft recommendations. This the Forum. Political groups will be requested to pro- process strives to lead to new commitments and vide their perspectives on the issues and prepare a working partnerships. series of recommendations and commitments for The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Turkish Parliament action. The process is therefore expected to be rooted as well as the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality are in the local and regional realities: the regional activities being mobilized for this process.

Programme Process

The programme of the 5th Forum is based on a between participants. Invitations for contributions pyramid structure to focus on the main aim: to sessions will be sent out in the beginning of 2008. BRIDGING DIVIDES FOR WATER. The Forum week is planned to cover 7 days: an In general the thematic programme for the 5th opening day, 5 days in which the themes will be Forum is focused on interaction between partici- discussed and further developed and a closing pants rather than sessions. All issues, themes, top- day. Plenary sessions will be held in the morning ics and sessions are directed at achieving the main covering key-notes, feedback from the previous aim of bridging divides. day, panels and regional reports. Topic sessions will be scheduled in the afternoon. One thematic coordinator will be assigned for each theme. The coordinator will propose a consortium of institutions to be involved in the development of the theme following guidelines prepared by the Programme Committee. To ensure an effective, balanced and representative consortium, the the- aim matic coordinators proposal will be subject to the Programme Committee’s approval. 6 themes Approximately 3 sessions will be identified for each topic. These sessions will provide the platform to bridge divides between stakeholders, sectors and 25-30 topics between the present and the future. Sessions will be inclusive and open and provide creative ways for building bridges. Presentation time will be 100 sessions strictly limited to allow for maximum interaction

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Programme Framework, Issues, Themes and Topics

Issues Overarching Topics Themes Theme Adapting to climate change Migration and changing land uses, human settle- ments and water Global Changes & Mitigating disasters Risk Management

Ensuring water, sanitation and hygiene for all - ensuring adequate infrastructure - protecting public health in the short term Advancing Human Water for energy, energy for water Development and the MDGs Providing Water and food for ending poverty and hunger Water for Sustainable Multiple uses of water e.g. water supply and irrigation Development

Basin management and transboundary water cooperation Managing and Protecting Water Ensuring adequate water resources and storage infra- Resources and their structure to meet agricultural, energy and urban needs Supply Systems to Preserving natural ecosystems Meet Human and Bridging Environmental Divides Managing and protecting surface, ground and rainwater Needs for Water

Implementing the right to water and sanitation for improved access

Improving performance through regulatory approaches

Ethics, transparency, and empowerment of stakeholders Governance and Management Optimizing public and private roles in water services Enabling Institutional arrangements for efficient and effec- Mechanisms tive water management for Sustainable means of financing local water authori- Development ties and systems

Pricing strategies to ensure fairness and Finance

Pro-poor policies and strategies

Education and capacity-building strategies

Education, Water science and technology: appropriate and innovative solutions for the 21st Century Knowledge and Capacity Building Using professional networks and associations to strengthen the water sector

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5th World Water Forum Draft Programme of the Week

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

March 22 March 16 March 17 March 18 March 19 March 20 March 21 UN World Water Day

Plenary Sessions

Keynotes Keynotes Keynotes Keynotes Keynotes Report Morning 1 R e g i s t r a t i o n speech 1 speech 2 speech 3 speech 4 speech 5 Theme Region 1 Region 2 Region 3 Region 4 Region 5 1+2+3

Report Opening Panel 1 Panel 2 Panel 3 Panel 4 Panel 5 Morning 2 Theme Ceremony Report day 1 Report day 2 Report day 3 Report day 4 Report day 5 4+5+6

Lunch Break

Parallel Sessions

Themes 1 - 6 in Parallel

Parallel Parallel Parallel Parallel Parallel Final Afternoon 1 Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions Report UN WWD Report Parallel Parallel Parallel Parallel Parallel Closing Afternoon 2 Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions C e r e m o n y

Political Processes Ministerial Conference Fair and Expo All day Social and Cultural Events Preparation Daily Reports / Synthesis Instruction Convenors - Rapporteurs

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Timetable

● Thematic Preparation ■ August 2007 ■ Programme framework ■ Preparatory processes ■ Guidelines for thematic and regional coordinators ■ Initiate regional process (to be able to provide input to political process in June 2008) ■ November 2007 ■ First thematic coordinators meeting in Istanbul ■ January 2008 ■ Second thematic coordinators meeting in Istanbul ■ Invitation for contributions to sessions ■ June 2008 ■ Session plan ■ August 2008 ■ Session final selection

● Political Preparation The Preparatory Conferences consist of 4 meetings and is a 9 month process: ❍ Meeting 1: June 2008 ❍ Meeting 2: September 2008 ❍ Meeting 3: November 2008 ❍ Meeting 4: January 2009

Ministerial Conference

One of the main objectives of the 5th World Water and especially at the Regional Meetings to allow Forum is to make an impact on the policy agenda. Ministers and other government officials to formulate The Ministerial Conference aims most importantly to and share their positions with counterparts from produce concrete commitments to support local other countries. During the Forum in Istanbul, efforts processes around the world. Ministerial involvement will be made to foster continuous communication will be sought throughout the Preparatory Process between Ministers and other stakeholders.

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Water Expo

The Water Expo will be organized parallel to the 5th wish to present their services, products, activities World Water Forum in Istanbul. It will be a flexible and works. This component seeks to allow the and inclusive space for the participation of various expression of water entrepreneurship and the sharing organizations and firms related to the water field that of new water technologies.

Water Fair

The Water Fair will be organized during the 5th Water poster exhibition, the International Water and Film Forum in Istanbul and will involve different types of Event, educational water games, water related per- cultural, social and educational activities on water formances, a photographic exhibition, ritual and eth- related themes and/or subjects. Activities for the nic manifestations on water themes and competitions Water Fair which seeks to create a festive yet reflec- related to water issues, among others. tive atmosphere at the Forum’s main venue include a

Social and Cultural Events A programme to visit historical and cultural sites in Miniatürk, Grand Bazaar, Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Istanbul will be organized for interested delegates Palace, Princes’ Islands are some of the places to be and accompanying persons. visited. Places such as; Topkap› Palace, Museum of Tours before and after the Forum week will be organ- Archeology, Çinili Köflk Museum, Sultanahmet (Blue) ized for those participants interested in visiting Mosque, Süleymaniye Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Aya ‹rini, Turkey. These tours will be a combination of touristic, Byzantium Cistern, German Fountain, Golden Horn, cultural and technical visits.

General Schedule

ACTIVITIES LEADING TO THE 5th WORLD WATER FORUM

PREPARATORY 2007 2008 2009 ACTIVITIES III IV I II III IV I March 16-22

Local Workshops Local Workshops in different regions of the world FORUM Regional Meetings Regional Meetings and preparation of Regional Position Papers IN TURKEY Selection of Bridging Actions

Political Process Ministerial Participation throughout the Preparatory Process

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Water Prizes

Two prestigious water-related prizes are awarded 2003, and its second edition was organized in once every three years in conjunction with the Mexico City in 2006. World Water Forum. The Kyoto World Water Grand Prize The King Hassan II Great World Water Prize In March 2003, Kyoto City hosted the 3rd World The King Hassan II Great World Water Prize, which Water Forum in Japan and wished to contribute to was established through a partnership between the the success of future World Water Fora through the World Water Council and the Government of the establishment of a World Water Prize. In conjunc- Kingdom of Morocco, is an international award hon- tion with "Soroptimist International of Kyoto" and ouring the memory of His Majesty King Hassan II of the World Water Council, the "Kyoto World Water Morocco, whose distinguished leadership encour- Grand Prize" was consequently created. aged cooperation and sound management of water This Prize aims to honour a distinguished individual resources. or organization whose grassroot-level activities Created in March 2000 in order to stimulate aware- work towards addressing critical water needs of ness, the Prize is awarded to an institution, organi- communities and regions. The prize money must be zation, individual or group of individuals in view of used by the winner or winning organization to con- their outstanding scientific, economic, technical, tinue the award-winning exercise or similar ones. environmental, social, institutional, cultural or politi- The intended use of the funds is to be announced at cal achievements in the field of water resources. the award ceremony. The inaugural edition of this The inaugural edition of this Prize was held in Kyoto, Prize was organized at the 4th World Water Forum Japan, during the 3rd World Water Forum in March in 2006.

5th World Water Forum Logo

The logo of the 5th World Water Forum bears the signature of Bülent Erkmen, one of the best graphic artists of Turkey. About the logo of Istanbul 2009, Bülent Erkmen says: “This logo implies bridging the differences between Europe and Asia; Middle East and Africa, North and South; rich and poor; developing and the developed countries. It also defines the exchange between dif- ferent water cultures, the opportunity to gather across divides and manage resources better.”

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Turkey

The Turkish Landscape has witnessed the birth of who are keen to see the historical richness of the many civilizations through out its history. It has a Hittites, Persians, Seljuk Sultanate, Ancient Greeks, priceless heritage, dating back to ancient times. This Romans, Byzantine, Ottoman Empire and the current precious land attracts millions of people every year republic.

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Istanbul

The former capital of the Roman, Byzantine and on the opposite shore, you understand, suddenly and Ottoman empires is a fascinating mixture of the past profoundly, why settlers so many centuries ago and present, old and new, modern and traditional. chose to build on this remarkable site. In addition to The museums, churches, palaces, mosques and its unique historical and cultural background and bazaars, and the sights of natural beauty seem innumerable attractions, modern hotels, exclusive inexhaustible. As you recline on the shores of the restaurants, nightclubs, cabarets, bazaars and shops Bosphorus at sunset contemplating the red evening make Istanbul a superb site for meetings, light reflected in the windows and slender minarets conferences and conventions.

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Forum Venue

The Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention & Exhibition net. It also has advanced security systems with video Centre doubles the capacity of congress facilities in surveillance and ideal spaces for holding events such Istanbul and is ideally located in the modern district as the Forum. of Harbiye, at the centre of the city's business, cultur- al and commercial life, surrounded by some of Europe's top quality hotels. This center is equipped with many services, such as: satellite and digital links, videoconferencing, closed-circuit televisions, inde- pendent electricity systems, multimedia, voice and data transmission, fiber optics, and broad band inter-

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Contact Information

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