Radio Interview at Rai Radio 1

Roberto Natali - June 16, 2024

On June 16, 2024, during an interview on Radio Rai 1, Dr. Roberto Natali, co-founder of the think tank AB AQUA, discussed the growing role of hydro-strategy in global geopolitical dynamics. In his speech, Dr. Natali highlighted how water management is rapidly becoming one of the main challenges of the 21st century, especially in a context of climate change and growing water demand from expanding industries and populations.

During the interview, Dr. Natali explained that hydro-strategy goes beyond the simple technical management of water, involving complex policies that touch on national security, economic development and international cooperation. He cited examples of water-related conflicts in regions such as the Middle East and Africa, where water scarcity has become a factor of destabilization. "Water is not only a natural resource", Roberto Natali stressed, "but a geopolitical lever of primary importance, which can influence relations between States and fuel tensions, or, on the contrary, become a bridge for cooperation".

At this link you can listen to Dr. Natali's speech: https://www.raiplaysound.it/audio/2024/06/GR-1-ore-1000-del-16062024-ae2ed23b-5bba-4f26-9442-70c267edb940.html

Finally, Dr. Natali stressed the need to train new professionals with expertise in hydro-strategy, capable of addressing these complex challenges through an interdisciplinary approach. He concluded by stating that the role of water in international relations is destined to grow and that initiatives such as those of AB AQUA will be fundamental to guarantee sustainable and peaceful management of this vital resource.

The interview gave voice to a crucial issue for the future: water is not only a resource to be protected, but a strategic tool that requires specific skills and a long-term vision.