Electricity Minister: Enhancing Joint Arab Efforts and Leveraging Renewable Energy to Meet Future Needs

The Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, Dr. Sabih Al-Makhzoum, emphasized the importance of enhancing Arab cooperation in the electricity sector.

Speaking at the 16th session of the Arab Ministers of Electricity Council in Riyadh, chaired by Saudi Minister of Energy, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Al-Makhzoum noted that the Council serves as an important platform for coordinating efforts and developing partnerships to support energy security and keep pace with development needs.

He expressed hope that participation would contribute to strengthening joint Arab action and translating available expertise and resources into practical programs and projects that enhance the efficiency of electrical systems, expand the use of renewable energy, and bolster our countries’ readiness to meet future needs.

Al-Makhzoum clarified that the integration of efforts and exchange of knowledge form a solid foundation for achieving energy security and sustainability, thereby serving the interests of our countries and the aspirations of our peoples.

The Kuwaiti delegation, led by the Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, was headed by Deputy Minister Dr. Adel Al-Zamil, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Power Plants and Water Desalination Eng. Haitham Al-Ali, and other ministry officials.