In 2014, the committee-members have jointly shaped the strategy for the coming five years. They decided on the following objectives for the Netherlands National IHP-HWRP Committee.

• Contribute to the international water research agenda
• Define the Dutch strategic position regarding UNESCO-IHP and WMO-HWRP
• Connect Dutch researchers, policy-makers and practitioners
• Link Dutch experts to potential partners abroad
• Inform partners about specific Dutch water knowledge and expertise
• Share knowledge on water issues with other countries

All activities of the committee will contribute to reach these objectives.