Minister of Electricity Discusses with French Ambassador Strengthening Cooperation in Energy and Water Projects
Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy Dr. Subaih Al-Makhzoum met with French Ambassador Olivier Goffan to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of electricity, water, and renewable energy.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
Dr. Subaih Al-Makhzoum, Minister of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy, held talks today, Tuesday, with Olivier Guéven, the French Ambassador to Kuwait, to explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and exchange expertise in the fields of electricity, water, and renewable energy.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Electricity, the meeting discussed opportunities for cooperation in electricity generation projects and increasing production capacities, including renewable energy projects and the development of power plants, as well as updating electricity distribution networks to enhance their efficiency and stability, and leveraging energy storage technologies to keep pace with growing electricity demand.
The statement noted that the two sides discussed areas of cooperation in the water sector, including the development of water distribution networks, seawater desalination projects, and the use of modern solutions and technologies for water treatment and reuse, which contribute to enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of water resource management.
It added that the meeting comes within the framework of strengthening bilateral relations between the State of Kuwait and the French Republic, and exploring opportunities for technical and technological cooperation in future projects in the electricity and water sectors, thereby supporting infrastructure development and enhancing the security and sustainability of energy and water supplies in the country.
