Minister of Water: Jordan is Among the First Countries to Adopt Programs to Enhance Available Water Resources

Minister of Water: Jordan is Among the First Countries to Adopt Programs to Enhance Available Water Resources
Minister of Water: Jordan is Among the First Countries to Adopt Programs to Enhance Available Water Resources
The Minister of Water and Irrigation, Engineer Raed Abu Saud, received the Hungarian Ambassador to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Mr. Attila Káli, in a farewell meeting where they reviewed areas of mutual cooperation between the two countries in the water sector.اضافة اعلان

Minister Abu Saud discussed the challenges Jordan faces, especially the increasing difficulties in the water sector. He emphasized that Jordan is among the first countries in the region and the world to adopt programs aimed at enhancing available water resources despite significant challenges, along with programs to achieve equitable water distribution. He also highlighted Jordan’s experience in integrated water management despite limited resources, particularly in the field of reusing treated wastewater as a new source for economic purposes and agriculture, thereby conserving fresh water quantities for drinking purposes.

Abu Saud praised the distinguished efforts of the ambassador and the Hungarian side’s interest in building effective and successful cooperation with Jordan in water-related fields. He stressed the importance of focusing on the value of preserving water sources, enhancing coordination among countries worldwide to face water challenges, and providing opportunities for all countries to access modern technological techniques and exchange expertise.

For his part, Hungarian Ambassador Attila Káli appreciated the efforts of the Ministry of Water and Irrigation and its development and construction operations. He confirmed that Jordan is one of the countries that has successfully managed its water reality despite limited water resources. He also affirmed Hungary’s interest in strengthening cooperation with the water sector to help it overcome critical conditions, especially in light of climate change, training, and exchanging expertise.