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Welcome address

Location/room:
Plenary space
Date:
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Time:
09:30 – 10:15 WITA

Overview

Indonesia is the host nation for the 2023 World Hydropower Congress, following its successful G20 presidency in 2022. The country has placed hydropower at the heart of its renewables-based strategy to drive industrial and economic development.

In a keynote address, the President of Indonesia will welcome delegates to the event, with further speeches from esteemed guest speakers.

Speakers:

  • President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo
  • Premier​, Government of Sarawak, Abang Abdul Rahman Johari Abang Openg​
  • Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources​, Government of Indonesia​, Arifin Tasrif​
  • Former Prime Minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull

Session objectives

  • Welcome delegates to the World Hydropower Congress on behalf of IHA and the host nation, Indonesia
  • Highlight the vast potential for hydropower to contribute to sustainable economic growth globally, particularly in developing regions

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