Jordan's Minister of Water and Irrigation, Eng. Raed Abu Saud, inaugurated the Hallabat Water Conveyance Project, which aims to boost water supply in Amman and Zarqa. The project is considered one of Jordan’s strategic water infrastructure initiatives and is funded by the U.S. Government.
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According to a statement by the Ministry of Water on Wednesday, the project is designed to strengthen national water supply and expand capacity to meet growing demand, particularly in Amman and Zarqa, with a total investment of USD 50 million.
Abu Saud expressed his gratitude to the U.S. Government for its generous and ongoing support of Jordan’s water sector, emphasizing the importance of strategic investments in this critical area.
He explained that the project is not merely a collection of wells, but rather a clear demonstration of Jordan’s determination to confront its water challenges through innovation, international partnerships, and a strong commitment to meeting citizens’ needs and supporting the local economy.
The project is a vital initiative to enhance water supply, with a capacity of 30 million cubic meters annually. It involves the rehabilitation and drilling of 25 wells in the Hallabat well field, providing additional water to reduce the national water deficit and meet the needs of approximately 820,000 citizens in the governorates of Amman and Zarqa. Additional water will also be made available to other regions as part of the Ministry’s strategic national water plan, which aims to reduce water loss and improve supply.
The Minister added that efforts are underway to secure new water sources, improve the efficiency of supply and operational systems, and rehabilitate existing resources to ensure additional supply across most regions of the Kingdom. The implementation of such projects will result in improved water delivery to citizens.
For his part, Rohit Nepal, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Amman, reaffirmed the U.S. Government’s strong commitment to its partnership with Jordan in pursuing a more secure water future. He noted that work continues to enhance Jordan’s water security by reducing water loss.
The project was completed in a record time of eight months and included the rehabilitation, drilling, and development of 25 wells in the Hallabat well field, securing additional water supplies sufficient to serve over 820,000 citizens annually in Amman and Zarqa.
The "Hallabat Conveyance Project" stands as a successful model of effective emergency response to water scarcity challenges in Jordan. It highlights how international partnerships—especially with the U.S. Government—alongside advanced technology and improved infrastructure, can work together to meet citizens' needs and advance national water security goals.
— (Petra News Agency)
