Literature review on optimization of transboundary water for irrigation

ABSTRACT Transboundary water resources are essential for agricultural sustainability and regional development, and they are intrinsically linked to achieving the United Nations' SDGs and the water-food-energy nexus (WFE-NEXUS) concept. Despite challenges such as conflicting allocation and climate change impacts, effective transboundary water management for irrigation is crucial to meeting the SDGs of eradicating hunger, providing clean water and sanitation, offering affordable and sustainable energy, and taking climate action. This work synthesizes approaches to transboundary water for irrigation optimization, highlighting the significance of a holistic plan that considers both technical and social factors. Remote-sensing technologies, data forecasting, hydrology and hydraulic modelling, and water resource modelling all contribute to maximize water allocation and policy creation, particularly when paired with collaborative government features. This integrated approach to transboundary water for irrigation optimization fosters long-term development by improving livelihoods, resilience, and inclusive growth through efficient resource management.