Kuwait: Enhancing Electrical Energy Exchange Efficiency and Strengthening Water Security and Gulf Integration

Darine Al-Ali

Kuwait, represented by the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, participated in the 32nd meeting of the Committee for Electrical and Water Cooperation at the level of Undersecretaries of Ministries and relevant entities concerned with the electricity and water sectors in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The meeting was held via video conference, presided over by the Kingdom of Bahrain, which holds the chairmanship for the current 2026 term, with the participation of Undersecretaries from the GCC member states and representatives of the GCC Secretariat General.

The Kuwaiti delegation was led by Dr. Adel Al-Zamil, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. The meeting discussed several agenda items, including memorandums and recommendations submitted by specialized technical committees and working groups, alongside a review of developments in joint GCC cooperation tracks in the electricity and water sectors, and follow-up on the implementation of previous decisions and recommendations.

Participants discussed topics and recommendations related to the development of the GCC power interconnection system, supporting efforts to enhance the reliability of electrical networks and supply security, and improving the efficiency of electricity exchange among GCC member states. They also followed up on studies and proposals concerning water interconnection projects, examining their technical and operational aspects to contribute to strengthening water security and enhancing GCC integration. Furthermore, participants explored ways to strengthen cooperation with specialized international institutions and organizations, leveraging international expertise in research and development and capacity building in the electricity and water sectors. They also discussed topics and recommendations related to developing the electricity interconnection system among GCC member states, supporting efforts to enhance network reliability, supply security, and the efficiency of electricity exchange.

Additionally, they discussed enhancing the participation of GCC member states in specialized conferences, workshops, and seminars, highlighting successful Gulf experiences, initiatives, and projects in the electricity and water sectors. They followed up on studies and proposals related to water interconnection projects among GCC member states, examining relevant technical and operational aspects to support water security and GCC integration. They also monitored joint initiatives and programs supporting the expansion of new and renewable energy projects, and strengthened cooperation with specialized Gulf and international entities, aligning with the GCC states’ orientation toward diversifying energy sources and achieving sustainability.

The meeting concluded by emphasizing the importance of continuing to enhance cooperation, coordination, and integration among GCC member states in the electricity and water sectors, and supporting joint strategic projects and initiatives, thereby contributing to strengthening the security and reliability of supplies.