Environment minister leads meeting on Saudi Irrigation Organization's progress
The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Al-Fadli.
The board looked at a report on the institution which included performance indicators, achievement rates, and the progress of ongoing projects in various regions of the Kingdom.
It also looked into updates on activities and initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency of water resource use and boosting agricultural sustainability.
Board members spoke of their appreciation of the wise leadership's ongoing support, affirming that the significant attention given to the water sector consolidated sustainability factors, and enhanced the institution's ability to effectively contribute to achieving Saudi Vision 2030.
The meeting concluded with a series of decisions and directives which aim to enhance institutional performance efficiency, and expand partnership possibilities with the relevant entities.
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