Revolutionizing Hydro-Strategic Risk Assessment: Predictive Approaches and AI-Driven Systems with Hydro Nexus Analytics (HNA)

Abstract: Hydro-strategic risks are intensifying under climate change, demographic growth and unsustainable demand, while existing tools remain largely reactive. This article presents the Hydro Nexus Analytics (HNA), an AI-driven platform that integrates hydrological, climatic, socio-economic and governance datasets to provide predictive assessments of hydro-strategic risk. Combining time-series forecasting, machine-learning models and geospatial analytics, the system generates early-warning signals, hotspot maps and scenario-based risk scores for decision-makers. Application to selected basins demonstrates improved crisis anticipation and clearer prioritisation of strategic interventions. The findings show how predictive analytics can transform water security governance from emergency response to proactive, hydro-resilient planning.