Amman:Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Al-Saud recently held a meeting with UAE Ambassador to Jordan Sultan Al-Shamsi to discuss the expansion of bilateral cooperation in the water sector and the enhancement of UAE private-sector investment in Jordan's strategic water infrastructure.
According to Jordan News Agency, Abu Al-Saud emphasized the importance of inter-Arab technical exchange to address severe water scarcity and build regional water security. He highlighted the need to attract Arab private capital for large-scale infrastructure projects.
During the meeting, the Minister outlined national measures being implemented to tackle growing water deficits. These measures include the National Water Carrier Project, campaigns to reduce non-revenue water (NRW), increased reuse of treated wastewater, and the deployment of smart management systems across municipal water and sanitation networks.
Abu Al-Saud praised the strategic partnership between Jordan and the UAE, guided by the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. He underscored the importance of expanding joint investments in critical utility infrastructure.
Ambassador Al-Shamsi recognized Jordan's effective management of scarce water resources and affirmed the UAE's commitment to enhancing institutional collaboration and knowledge sharing. He expressed the willingness of UAE private-sector enterprises to engage in Jordan's vital water projects and explore additional investment opportunities aligned with sustainable development goals.
Furthermore, Al-Shamsi mentioned the upcoming UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi, which will be co-hosted with Senegal. He described it as an essential international platform for fostering global partnerships, sharing technical expertise, and advancing innovative solutions to global water security challenges.