Minister of State for Development Affairs: Water Security is a Pillar for the Sustainability of Environmental Resources
State Minister for Development and Sustainability, Dr. Reem Al-Faleh, affirmed on Monday that water security is a cornerstone of food security and the sustainability of environmental resources. Speaking to KUNA after receiving a delegation from the Kuwait Water Association, Al-Faleh stated that the meeting aimed to explore ways to enhance cooperation in the fields of water security and sustainability, and the role of scientific research, innovation, and national initiatives in supporting the state’s development priorities and the targets of “Kuwait 2035.” She added that the meeting addressed several topics related to water security, research, and innovation, as well as strengthening institutional coordination and integration among the water, energy, food, and environment sectors, thereby supporting development and sustainability pathways in Kuwait. She emphasized the importance of integrating national efforts and enhancing partnerships with civil society organizations and scientific and research institutions, contributing to the development of practical initiatives with tangible impacts and supporting resource management efficiency and quality of life.
For his part, Dr. Saleh Al-Muzaini, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Water Association, said the meeting covered topics of priority that align with the country’s direction toward more sustainable and efficient resource management, in line with the water sustainability strategy and the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6 of the United Nations 2030 Agenda. Al-Muzaini affirmed the association’s efforts to leverage scientific research, innovation, and modern technologies, and to translate knowledge into practical initiatives and applications that contribute to enhancing water security, in addition to raising public awareness of the importance of conserving resources and improving their efficiency. He appreciated State Minister Al-Faleh’s support for public benefit associations and national cadres, and her enhanced participation in development and sustainability pathways, emphasizing the importance of integrating the efforts of state institutions, civil society, and research and scientific bodies in addressing future challenges.
For her part, Eng. Hiba Abbas, Chair of the Sustainability Committee and Technical Advisor at the association, stated that water security is based on ensuring the state’s ability to continue its development path and sustain its fundamental resources, thereby enhancing today’s quality of life and preserving the rights of future generations to these resources.
