Suspension of Indus Waters Treaty by India: An Opportunity to Fix the Ills
Signed in 1960, the Indus Waters Treaty has often been hailed as a rare success story of cooperation between two bitter rivals, India and Pakistan. Yet today, as tensions rise again and threats loom over its future, it is critical to revisit the history, strengths, flaws, and evolving challenges of this landmark agreement.
In this session, we will explore how the Treaty came into being, what it has achieved, where it has fallen short, and what its possible future holds amid growing political, environmental, and regional pressures. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the lifeblood of millions — the Indus Rivers — and the fragile peace that sustains them.
About the Speaker:
Hassan Abbas holds a PhD in hydrology and water resources from Michigan State University, in the US, and has worked in the water sector across three continents. In Pakistan, he was appointed as the first UNESCO chair for Integrated Water Resources Management. Currently, he is engaged in master planning for water supply and storm-water drainage systems for major cities in Pakistan.
This session is free and open to all. Just visit the venue to attend it.
The Black Hole
Plot 5H, Street 100, G-11/3, Islamabad.
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