AMMAN — His Majesty King
Abdullah on Tuesday was briefed on the government’s program to implement the
Economic Modernization Vision in the water, irrigation, and environment
sectors, according to a Royal Court statement.
اضافة اعلان
At a meeting held at
Al Husseiniya Palace and attended by HRH Crown Prince Hussein, King Abdullah
stressed the importance of focusing on strategic projects such as the national
water conveyor to counter water and environmental challenges related to climate
change.
His Majesty urged
enhancing the efficiency of administering water resources and reducing the loss
of water, while effectively countering violations against the water network.
The King also called
for expediting recycling projects and combating littering, especially at
tourist attractions, noting the importance of cooperation among ministries with
intersecting portfolios to ensure synergy in performance.
Prime Minister Bisher
Al-Khasawneh gave a briefing on the priorities of the Water and Environment
Ministries within the economic vision, highlighting the overall framework of
the government’s program to implement the vision and follow up on progress.
Water Minister
Mohammad Al-Najjar said the ministry’s priorities for the coming few months
include implementing the national water conveyor project, removing violations
against the water network, reducing water loss by 2 percent annually, and
updating water infrastructure.
Environment Minister
Muawieh Radaideh said the ministry will work to improve Jordan’s ranking on
environmental indices, support green projects for industrial establishments,
focus on recycling and administering waste disposal, enhance green
infrastructure, continue afforestation projects, and improve water efficiency
in the agricultural sector.
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