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Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Kuwait officially joins Global Water Organization
RIYADH - Kuwait joined on Wednesday the newly-established Global Water Organization as a founding member. Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy Dr. Subaih Al-Mukhaizeem signed the Charter to join the GWO in Riyadh. This was part of a ceremony inaugurated by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud at the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture. Other notable signatories of the charter included a minister from Pakistan, as well as representatives from Senegal, Mauritania, and Qatar, along with international officials such as the Spanish Consul General and the Greek Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. In his opening remarks, Prince Faisal emphasized Saudi Arabia's commitment to the Global Water Organization, underscoring its role in tackling global water challenges and the Kingdom's financial support over the next five years. He urged UN member states and the private sector to collaborate on sustainable water management solutions. Saudi Minister of Environment Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli emphasized the shared responsibility for water conservation and its crucial role in economic development. He stressed the importance of integrated water management and innovative financing to address issues such as water scarcity and climate change. He noted that the establishment of the GWO is a significant step in addressing global water issues. All KUNA right are reserved © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Global Water Organization launches operation f rom HQ Riyadh
Saudi Arabia - Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Global Water Organization (GWO) officially launched operations from its headquarters in Riyadh today (May 28), with founding member states signing the organization's charter. The ceremony, attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, marked a pivotal moment in addressing global water challenges through a comprehensive approach to resource management and international cooperation, reported SPA. The GWO represents a turning point in international co-operation on water issues through research and development programs, expertise exchange, and innovative solutions that enhance the sustainability of water resources worldwide. It aims to strengthen the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively. The ceremony witnessed the signing of the Global Water Organization charter by representatives of the founding countries: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Spain, Senegal, Pakistan, the Hellenic Republic, and Mauritania. In the opening remarks, Prince Faisal conveyed the greetings and appreciation of Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince to the delegates from participating countries and organizations. He emphasized the critical importance of the Global Water Organization in tackling water issues worldwide through a holistic approach. "The launch of the Global Water Organization affirms Saudi Arabia's commitment to strengthening international initiatives and addressing global challenges through partnerships based on cooperation between countries and governments," stated Prince Faisal. "The Kingdom looks forward to the organization becoming an international platform that drives sustainable solutions and supports developing nations in enhancing their water capabilities," he added. Prince Faisal said Saudi Arabia would play a major role in the initiative by providing financial and logistical support to the GWO for the next five years, emphasizing that collective action is essential to achieve shared objectives. Prince Faisal invited all countries of the world and private sector entities to join the organization. Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley took part in the ceremony and emphasized that the signing charter of the Global Water Organization and the launch of its operations from Riyadh reinforce the shared international responsibility to preserve water resources. Alfadley added that the importance of the organization stems from the fact that water is not just a resource, but a source of economic and social development and stability worldwide. He described the organization as "not just a platform that brings countries together, but a collective global mind working to develop and integrate the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively." The Saudi minister said that Global Water Organization would lead international efforts to address water-related challenges and transform traditional water management approaches. "These challenges go beyond water scarcity to ensure its availability at the right time and place and recognize its impact on the economy, public health, food security, and supply chains, especially in the face of climate change," he explained. He emphasized the importance of having an integrated system that covers all stages of the water cycle, adopting innovative economic models based on cost-benefit analysis, introducing new financing mechanisms, reducing reliance on government subsidies, and actively involving the private sector, reported SPA. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
5 days ago
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Founding nations sign Global Water Organization Charter in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, the Global Water Organization (GWO) officially launched operations from its headquarters in Riyadh on Wednesday, with founding member states signing the organization's charter. The ceremony witnessed the signing of the Global Water Organization Charter by representatives of the founding countries: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Spain, Senegal, Pakistan, the Hellenic Republic, and Mauritania. Addressing the event, Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that the ceremony marked a pivotal moment in addressing global water challenges through a comprehensive approach to resource management and international cooperation. In the opening remarks, Prince Faisal conveyed the greetings and appreciation of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince to the delegates from participating countries and organizations. The minister emphasized the critical importance of the Global Water Organization in tackling water issues worldwide through a holistic approach. "The launch of the Global Water Organization affirms Saudi Arabia's commitment to strengthening international initiatives and addressing global challenges through partnerships based on cooperation between countries and governments. The Kingdom looks forward to the organization becoming an international platform that drives sustainable solutions and supports developing nations in enhancing their water capabilities,' he said. Prince Faisal has highlighted that Saudi Arabia would provide financial and logistical support to the GWO for the next five years, emphasizing that collective action is essential to achieve shared objectives. Prince Faisal invited all countries of the world and private sector entities to join the organization. Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley took part in the ceremony and emphasized that the signing charter of the Global Water Organization and the launch of its operations from Riyadh reinforce the shared international responsibility to preserve water resources. Alfadley added that the importance of the organization stems from the fact that water is not just a resource, but a source of economic and social development and stability worldwide. He described the organization as "not just a platform that brings countries together, but a collective global mind working to develop and integrate the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively." "The Global Water Organization will lead international efforts to address water-related challenges and transform traditional water management approaches. These challenges go beyond water scarcity to ensure its availability at the right time and place and recognize its impact on the economy, public health, food security, and supply chains, especially in the face of climate change," Alfadley explained. The minister emphasized the importance of having an integrated system that covers all stages of the water cycle, adopting innovative economic models based on cost-benefit analysis, introducing new financing mechanisms, reducing reliance on government subsidies, and actively involving the private sector. The Global Water Organization represents a turning point in international cooperation on water issues through research and development programs, expertise exchange, and innovative solutions that enhance the sustainability of water resources worldwide. It aims to strengthen the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively.
Arab News
5 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Founding nations sign Global Water Organization charter in Riyadh
RIYADH: The Global Water Organization officially launched operations from its headquarters in Riyadh on Wednesday, with founding member states signing the organization's charter. The ceremony was attended by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, who highlighted the importance of the GWO in tackling water issues worldwide through a holistic approach, the Saudi Press Agency reported. 'The launch of the Global Water Organization affirms Saudi Arabia's commitment to strengthening international initiatives and addressing global challenges through partnerships based on cooperation between countries and governments,' Prince Faisal said. 'The Kingdom looks forward to the organization becoming an international platform that drives sustainable solutions and supports developing nations in enhancing their water capabilities,' he said. Prince Faisal said that Saudi Arabia would provide financial and logistical support to the GWO for the next five years, emphasizing that collective action was essential to achieving shared objectives. Prince Faisal invited all countries and private-sector entities to join the organization. Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Al-Fadley took part in the ceremony and emphasized that the signing of the Global Water Organization's charter and the launch of its operations from Riyadh reinforced shared international responsibility to preserve water resources. Al-Fadley added that the importance of the organization stemmed from water being not just a resource, but a source of economic and social development and stability worldwide. He described the organization as 'not just a platform that brings countries together, but a collective global mind working to develop and integrate the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively.' 'The Global Water Organization will lead international efforts to address water-related challenges and transform traditional water management approaches. These challenges go beyond water scarcity to ensure its availability at the right time and place and recognize its impact on the economy, public health, food security and supply chains, especially in the face of climate change,' he said. He emphasized the importance of having an integrated system that covered all stages of the water cycle, adopting innovative economic models based on cost-benefit analysis, introducing new financing mechanisms, reducing reliance on government subsidies, and actively involving the private sector. The GWO's charter was signed by representatives from founding countries: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Spain, Senegal, Pakistan, Greece and Mauritania. The organization aims to strengthen the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges.
Trade Arabia
5 days ago
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Global Water Organization launches operation from HQ Riyadh
Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Global Water Organization (GWO) officially launched operations from its headquarters in Riyadh today (May 28), with founding member states signing the organization's charter. The ceremony, attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, marked a pivotal moment in addressing global water challenges through a comprehensive approach to resource management and international cooperation, reported SPA. The GWO represents a turning point in international co-operation on water issues through research and development programs, expertise exchange, and innovative solutions that enhance the sustainability of water resources worldwide. It aims to strengthen the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively. The ceremony witnessed the signing of the Global Water Organization charter by representatives of the founding countries: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Spain, Senegal, Pakistan, the Hellenic Republic, and Mauritania. In the opening remarks, Prince Faisal conveyed the greetings and appreciation of Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and HRH the Crown Prince to the delegates from participating countries and organizations. He emphasized the critical importance of the Global Water Organization in tackling water issues worldwide through a holistic approach. "The launch of the Global Water Organization affirms Saudi Arabia's commitment to strengthening international initiatives and addressing global challenges through partnerships based on cooperation between countries and governments," stated Prince Faisal. "The Kingdom looks forward to the organization becoming an international platform that drives sustainable solutions and supports developing nations in enhancing their water capabilities," he added. Prince Faisal said Saudi Arabia would play a major role in the initiative by providing financial and logistical support to the GWO for the next five years, emphasizing that collective action is essential to achieve shared objectives. Prince Faisal invited all countries of the world and private sector entities to join the organization. Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley took part in the ceremony and emphasized that the signing charter of the Global Water Organization and the launch of its operations from Riyadh reinforce the shared international responsibility to preserve water resources. Alfadley added that the importance of the organization stems from the fact that water is not just a resource, but a source of economic and social development and stability worldwide. He described the organization as "not just a platform that brings countries together, but a collective global mind working to develop and integrate the efforts of countries and organizations to address water challenges comprehensively." The Saudi minister said that Global Water Organization would lead international efforts to address water-related challenges and transform traditional water management approaches. "These challenges go beyond water scarcity to ensure its availability at the right time and place and recognize its impact on the economy, public health, food security, and supply chains, especially in the face of climate change," he explained. He emphasized the importance of having an integrated system that covers all stages of the water cycle, adopting innovative economic models based on cost-benefit analysis, introducing new financing mechanisms, reducing reliance on government subsidies, and actively involving the private sector, reported SPA.
