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Zawya
22-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Abu Dhabi Government delegation concludes France visit after Global Water Summit participation
Paris: Demonstrating the Emirate of Abu Dhabi's dedication to advancing international cooperation and the exchange of knowledge in the water sector, His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), led a high-level Government delegation. The delegation, which features representatives from the emirate's water and electricity sector companies, undertook an official visit to France, to attend the Global Water Summit. The summit is recognized as a distinguished global platform aimed at promoting international collaboration to confront escalating water challenges. This Summit unites world leaders, policymakers, and experts for the purpose of exchanging innovative solutions and securing sustainable water security. By underscoring the vital links between water, climate, and development, the Summit also endeavors to expedite the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6 and encourage effective partnerships across different countries and sectors. The visit aimed to establish strategic partnerships with governmental authorities, industrial establishments, and major service providers in France. It also focused on accelerating the uptake of water reuse technologies and advancing digital solutions and innovation in the management of water resources. His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, DoE Chairman, remarked: "Emirati-French ties represent a foremost example of bilateral cooperation in essential domains, particularly energy and water. Our visit to the French Republic is part of this fruitful collaboration, during which our aim is to share experiences and investigate fresh avenues for innovation, which will contribute to our mutual aims in the fields of energy, water, and sustainability." His Excellency elaborated that the DoE is actively working towards attaining an optimal standard in the provision of services linked to the energy sector and is focused on advancing it to match global progress. "Al Jarwan" noted that the meetings concentrated on deliberating investment opportunities, joint undertakings, and avenues for boosting collaboration with the French side in a multitude of related fields, as well as showcasing the DoE's function and strategic approach to developing the energy sector in Abu Dhabi. The visit's agenda featured discussions on the challenges facing the water sector and exploring its future prospects. Furthermore, it also involved high-level meetings with policymakers, regulatory bodies, utility companies, R&D institutions, and developers of cutting-edge digital solutions in France, all intended to strengthen collaboration in the adoption of innovative and sustainable approaches to water and energy management. Discussions covered several main topics, chief among them: the advancement of regulatory frameworks that support water reuse, the investigation of sustainable finance models like green bonds, the expansion of collaboration in the circular economy domain, and the reinforcement of the water sector's resilience against climate change.
Associated Press
13-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Global Water Crisis Knows No Borders: Malaysia Leads Call For Urgent Cooperation
PARIS, FRANCE - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2025 - Malaysia calls on the international community to strengthen cooperation in addressing the global water crisis – a transboundary challenge impacting nations of rich and poor alike. Strategic partnerships and coordinated policy actions are essential to securing a sustainable and resilient water future for all. Sharing Malaysia's experience at the Global Water Summit 2025 in Paris, Deputy Prime Minister Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof said, it is time for the global community to recognise water as an invaluable resource to human survival and development While sharing Malaysia's experience at the Global Water Summit 2025 in Paris, Deputy Prime Minister Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof said, it is time for the global community to recognise water as an invaluable resource to human survival and development. 'Water, the lifeblood of our planet, unites us in a shared responsibility. The global water crisis, transcending borders and economies, demands urgent collaboration,' he said in his speech during the Opening Plenary: 'Delivering the Economics of Water' here today. Sharing the nation's progressive approach to sustainable water management, Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), highlighted both its successes and lessons learned, reaffirming Malaysia's commitment to offering its expertise as a model for countries facing similar water security issues. In his address, he outlined key milestones in Malaysia's water management journey, emphasising reforms that have transitioned the country from fragmented state governance to a more coordinated federal-state partnership. He also underscored Malaysia's ongoing efforts to manage growing demands, including urbanisation, climate change and industrial water use. Key Highlights from Malaysia's Water Sector Transformation 2040 Agenda: Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah also added that Malaysia's active role in regional efforts, particularly within ASEAN, while extended an invitation to global innovators to invest in and collaborate on the next generation of water technologies. The Malaysian government remains committed to fostering sustainable water management practices through continuous innovation, partnerships and shared global solutions. Meanwhile, Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd Chief Executive Officer, Narendran Maniam stated that resource recovery has shifted from a discretionary measure to a policy imperative, driven by the pressing need to enhance environmental resilience and ensure sustainable resource management amid escalating economic and ecological pressures. Narendran added that for IWK, resource recovery has evolved from being a nice-to-have to a necessity, with a focus on three main drivers behind this journey: 'Our message to the broader ecosystem is simple – bring value into the equation. The door is open for collaboration. As the national sewerage company, all collaborations will be subject to transparent open tenders and due diligence,' he said at the roundtable talk 'Delivering the Capex Surge' during the summit. Hashtag: #GlobalWaterSummit #Sustainability #IWK #NewLifeForWater #EraBaharuAir #PETRA The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK) Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK), is a sewerage services company owned by Minister of Finance Incorporated, Malaysia. IWK is responsible for providing sewerage services, operating and maintaining 9,133 existing sewage treatment plants and network pump stations, as well as more than 22,000 km networks of sewerage pipelines serving 32 million Connected Population Equivalent (cPE). Our core expertise spans Operations and Maintenance, Refurbishment, Planning & Policy Strategy, Engineering and Process Review, Project Planning and Management, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), as well as Research & Development, and Training Services including module development. IWK has been recognised to lead capacity building projects via mentorship programme by UN Habitat and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The company has completed two projects: UN Habitat's Global Water Operators' Partnerships & Water Organization Partnerships (WOP) Project in Banjarmasin, Indonesia, and ADB's Water Organization Partnerships for Resilience (WOP4R) Programme in Baguio City, the Philippines. For more information, visit
Malay Mail
13-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Global Water Crisis Knows No Borders: Malaysia Leads Call For Urgent Cooperation
Sharing Malaysia's experience at the Global Water Summit 2025 in Paris, Deputy Prime Minister Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof said, it is time for the global community to recognise water as an invaluable resource to human survival and development Shifting Perspectives on Water – Malaysia is focusing on treating water as a precious, finite resource. The nation is accelerating smart water management systems and implementing a matching grants program to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) with co-funding from federal government. Strengthening Private Sector Collaboration – Malaysia is inviting private sector investment to help drive innovation in water management. New policies are fostering opportunities for greater participation in green initiatives, water reclamation and the use of alternative energy sources in water infrastructure. Proactive Preparedness for Climate Change – Malaysia is strengthening its resilience to climate change by enhancing flood forecasting, advance data modelling and scenario planning to better anticipate extreme weather events. Commitment to Environmental Sustainability – IWK is dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, minimising waste and creating positive environmental impact through all its efforts. Changing the Utilities Landscape – by becoming the second tap for the nation. As Malaysia is rapidly becoming a regional hub for data centres, it presents a unique opportunity for IWK to support the sustainability of Malaysia's data centre industry through reclaimed water supply. Economic Values and Financial Sustainability. PARIS, FRANCE - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2025 - Malaysia calls on the international community to strengthen cooperation in addressing the global water crisis – a transboundary challenge impacting nations of rich and poor alike. Strategic partnerships and coordinated policy actions are essential to securing a sustainable and resilient water future for sharing Malaysia's experience at the Global Water Summit 2025 in Paris, Deputy Prime Minister Yang Amat Berhormat Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah Haji Yusof said, it is time for the global community to recognise water as an invaluable resource to human survival and development."Water, the lifeblood of our planet, unites us in a shared responsibility. The global water crisis, transcending borders and economies, demands urgent collaboration," he said in his speech during the Opening Plenary: "Delivering the Economics of Water" here the nation's progressive approach to sustainable water management, Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah who is also the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA), highlighted both its successes and lessons learned, reaffirming Malaysia's commitment to offering its expertise as a model for countries facing similar water security his address, he outlined key milestones in Malaysia's water management journey, emphasising reforms that have transitioned the country from fragmented state governance to a more coordinated federal-state partnership. He also underscored Malaysia's ongoing efforts to manage growing demands, including urbanisation, climate change and industrial water Highlights from Malaysia's Water Sector Transformation 2040 Agenda:Dato' Sri Haji Fadillah also added that Malaysia's active role in regional efforts, particularly within ASEAN, while extended an invitation to global innovators to invest in and collaborate on the next generation of water technologies. The Malaysian government remains committed to fostering sustainable water management practices through continuous innovation, partnerships and shared global Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd Chief Executive Officer, Narendran Maniam stated that resource recovery has shifted from a discretionary measure to a policy imperative, driven by the pressing need to enhance environmental resilience and ensure sustainable resource management amid escalating economic and ecological added that for IWK, resource recovery has evolved from being a nice-to-have to a necessity, with a focus on three main drivers behind this journey:"Our message to the broader ecosystem is simple – bring value into the equation. The door is open for collaboration. As the national sewerage company, all collaborations will be subject to transparent open tenders and due diligence," he said at the roundtable talk "Delivering the Capex Surge" during the #GlobalWaterSummit #Sustainability #IWK #NewLifeForWater #EraBaharuAir #PETRA The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK) Indah Water Konsortium Sdn Bhd (IWK), is a sewerage services company owned by Minister of Finance Incorporated, Malaysia. IWK is responsible for providing sewerage services, operating and maintaining 9,133 existing sewage treatment plants and network pump stations, as well as more than 22,000 km networks of sewerage pipelines serving 32 million Connected Population Equivalent (cPE). Our core expertise spans Operations and Maintenance, Refurbishment, Planning & Policy Strategy, Engineering and Process Review, Project Planning and Management, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), as well as Research & Development, and Training Services including module development. IWK has been recognised to lead capacity building projects via mentorship programme by UN Habitat and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The company has completed two projects: UN Habitat's Global Water Operators' Partnerships & Water Organization Partnerships (WOP) Project in Banjarmasin, Indonesia, and ADB's Water Organization Partnerships for Resilience (WOP4R) Programme in Baguio City, the Philippines. For more information, visit
The Star
11-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Fadillah in France for water talks
Visit to also seek insight on nuclear governance and energy transition PUTRAJAYA: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof ( pic ) will be on a five-day official visit to France to participate in the Global Water Summit (GWS) 2025 and for collaboration in the field of energy transition. According to the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Ministry helmed by Fadillah, he was invited to deliver a keynote address at the opening plenary session of the summit themed 'Delivering the Economics of Water' on Tuesday. GWS serves as a platform to outline Malaysia's strategic direction for the water sector, aiming to position it as a catalyst for sustainable development and national economic competitiveness. 'This will further establish the water sector as an economic hub by 2040, in line with the Water Transformation Roadmap 2040 (Air 2040),' the ministry said in a statement yesterday, Bernama reported. It said Fadillah's keynote address will be on 'Transforming Mindsets, Transforming Approaches: Malaysia's Vision for Sustainable Water Management'. The ministry said the invitation was extended in recognition of Malaysia's progress as a model country in water governance, mainly on promoting water reuse as an alternative source for industries and expanding sanitation services to low-income communities. Fadillah will also participate in discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions with six key French ministries and agencies involved in nuclear development and governance. These include the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, Electricite de France (EDF), National Agency for Radioactive Waste Management (Andra), French Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ASNR), International Institute of Nuclear Energy (I2EN) and the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA). Fadillah is also scheduled to pay a courtesy call on France's Energy and Industry Minister Marc Ferracci to explore potential collaboration in energy transition. Tomorrow, Fadillah will visit a nuclear power plant operated by EDF to explore nuclear energy as a component of Malaysia's future energy mix to ensure long-term energy security. The ministry said areas of potential cooperation included energy security, policy-making, regulatory framework, legislation and identifying best practices to overcome shared challenges. The official visit to France is part of Malaysia's broader effort to strengthen its global investment appeal and foster deeper bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, it added.
The Star
10-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
DPM Fadillah on official visit to France for GWS 2025, energy cooperation
PUTRAJAYA: Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof (pic) has embarked on a five-day official working visit to France from today until May 14, in conjunction with his participation in the Global Water Summit (GWS) 2025, and to explore opportunities for collaboration in the field of energy transition. The Deputy Prime Minister, who is also Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, has been invited to deliver a keynote address at the opening plenary session of the summit on May 13, themed Delivering the Economics of Water. GWS serves as a platform to outline Malaysia's strategic direction for the water sector, aiming to position it as a catalyst for sustainable development and national economic competitiveness. "This will further establish the water sector as an economic hub by 2040, in line with the Water Transformation Roadmap 2040 (AIR 2040),' his ministry said in a statement on Saturday (May 10). Fadillah's keynote is titled "Transforming Mindsets, Transforming Approaches: Malaysia's Vision for Sustainable Water Management." The ministry said that the invitation was extended in recognition of Malaysia's progress as a model country in water governance, particularly its efforts to promote water reuse as an alternative source for industrial use and its commitment to expanding sanitation services to low-income communities. On May 12, Fadillah is also set to undertake a benchmarking visit to a nuclear power plant operated by Electricité de France (EDF), as part of the government's initiative to explore nuclear energy as a component of Malaysia's future energy mix to ensure long-term energy security. In addition, on May 13, he is scheduled to participate in discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions with six key French ministries and agencies involved in nuclear development and governance. These include the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, Electricite de France (EDF), National Agency for Radioactive Waste Management (ANDRA), French Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ASNR), International Institute of Nuclear Energy (I2EN), and the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA). Fadillah is also scheduled to pay a courtesy call on France's Minister for Energy and Industry, Marc Ferracci, to explore potential collaborations in energy transition and strengthen bilateral ties. Potential cooperation areas include energy security, policy-making, regulatory frameworks, legislation, and identifying best practices to overcome shared challenges. This official visit to France is part of Malaysia's broader effort to strengthen its global investment appeal and foster deeper bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.- Bernama
