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Maroc
24-04-2025
- Business
- Maroc
French Minister Calls for Deeper Agricultural Cooperation with Morocco
French Minister Delegate for Europe and Foreign Affairs Benjamin Haddad on Tuesday urged stronger agricultural cooperation between Morocco and France, calling for enhanced exchange of expertise and know-how to address shared challenges such as food security and climate change. Speaking at the opening of an international conference held as part of the 17th International Agricultural Show in Morocco (SIAM), Haddad emphasized the need to support technical partnerships that foster sustainable, locally adapted solutions through innovation. France is this year's guest of honor at the event. He said the gathering should lay the groundwork for a renewed French-Moroccan partnership, positioning both countries as key players in Mediterranean cooperation. The minister also welcomed the pace of bilateral exchanges, particularly in agricultural governance. For his part, Italian Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida, also attending the event, called for balanced collaboration between Europe and Africa, citing the need to combine European research capacity with Africa's human and natural resources. He also praised Morocco-Italy cooperation on water resource management and advocated for greater sharing of agricultural best practices. The conference, held under the theme 'Water Management for Sustainable and Resilient Agriculture,' was inaugurated by Moroccan Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari, with additional addresses by Equipment and Water Minister Nizar Baraka and World Water Council President Loïc Fauchon. Under the High Patronage of HM King Mohammed VI, SIAM 2025 runs from April 21 to 27 in Meknes, hosting 1,500 exhibitors from 70 countries under the theme 'Agriculture and the Rural World: Water at the Heart of Sustainable Development.' (MAP: 23 April 2025)
Ya Biladi
23-04-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
French Minister urges stronger Franco-Moroccan agricultural cooperation at SIAM
Speaking at the opening of the International Agriculture Exhibition in Morocco (SIAM), French Minister Delegate for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Benjamin Haddad, called for greater exchange of expertise and technical cooperation between Morocco and France in the agricultural sector. As France is the guest of honor at the 17th edition of SIAM, Haddad emphasized the urgency of collaboration in response to food sovereignty, climate adaptation, and resource preservation challenges. «We must support technical cooperation to develop sustainable, locally adapted solutions driven by innovation», he said. Highlighting the growing momentum in Franco-Moroccan agricultural ties, Haddad noted that the event should shape an ambitious partnership model, making it a strategic driver for the broader Mediterranean region. Italy's Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, also took the stage, advocating for balanced Europe-Africa cooperation. «Africa must be central in global dynamics», he said, urging a partnership combining European innovation with Africa's resources and human potential. He also praised Italy-Morocco collaboration on water management, calling for wider exchange of best practices. The high-level conference, themed «Water management for sustainable and resilient agriculture», was opened by Moroccan Minister of Agriculture Ahmed El Bouari, with contributions from Minister of Equipment and Water Nizar Baraka, and World Water Council President Loïc Fauchon. SIAM 2025 runs from April 21 to 27, gathering 1,500 exhibitors from 70 countries. The exhibition serves as a major hub for agricultural policy dialogue, international partnerships, and sustainable development solutions.
Morocco World
21-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Inaugurates Morocco's 17th International Agriculture Fair in Meknes
Rabat – Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan opened the 17th International Agriculture Exhibition in Morocco (SIAM) on Monday in Meknes, marking the start of a week-long event dedicated to the future of farming and rural development. This year's edition centers on agriculture and water at the heart of sustainable development in rural regions. The opening ceremony noted the strategic place agriculture holds in Morocco's national priorities. The crown prince's presence reflected the broader momentum driven by the monarchy to address global concerns such as food security, ecological balance, and long-term sustainability. The prince arrived at Mechouar Stinia-Sahrij Souani to a formal welcome by a Royal Guard detachment, followed by greetings from senior officials including the agriculture minister, regional governors, elected representatives, and key figures from Morocco's agricultural and rural development bodies. French Minister Delegate Benjamin Haddad welcomed the prince at the exhibition entrance, as France holds the title of guest of honor at this year's SIAM. Delegations from across Africa and the Middle East also attended, representing countries such as Angola, Côte d'Ivoire, Uganda, and Palestine. Institutions like ICESCO and the World Water Council stood among the international development partners taking part. The crown prince walked through the 'Regions' pavilion, met with regional council leaders, and visited the spaces dedicated to water management, irrigation technologies, and agricultural innovation. He later moved through the exhibition's main thematic areas, which span everything from food industries and agri-tech to environmental conservation and livestock inputs. Held across 12.4 hectares in the historical heart of Meknes, this edition of SIAM brings together 70 countries and over 1,500 exhibitors. The event offers a window into Morocco's agricultural ambitions, featuring advanced machinery, new farming techniques, and a wide range of regional products. Moreover, SIAM hosts scientific talks and expert-led panels that open discussion on how Morocco and its partners can face climate challenges while preserving agricultural ecosystems. Organizers strive to promote lasting food sovereignty by encouraging exchange between researchers, institutions, and entrepreneurs. Over the years, SIAM has grown into one of Africa's most prominent agricultural events, drawing thousands of visitors and industry professionals. It stands as a trade fair as well as a space where rural development strategies take shape, partnerships begin, and policy direction gains clarity.
Zawya
15-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia calls for enhanced cooperation and joint efforts to tackle global water challenges
RIYADH — Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley launched the official logo of the World Water Forum 2027 in Riyadh on Monday. The launching ceremony was held in the presence of World Water Council President Loïc Fauchon. The ceremony marked the commencement of the kickoff meeting for the events leading up to the 11th World Water Forum, a significant event to be held in the Middle East for the first time. The meeting has convened many specialists and experts to address pressing global water issues and to outline a roadmap for the Kingdom's hosting of the forum's main event in 2027. Speaking on the occasion, Alfadley emphasized Saudi Arabia's call for strengthened international cooperation and joint efforts among countries and organizations to tackle global water challenges. He underscored the importance of ensuring universal access to water and sanitation services as a key pillar in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6). 'Saudi Arabia prioritizes the water sector through various measures, including the adoption of a national strategy encompassing water production, storage, transportation, distribution, treatment, and reuse, all within a comprehensive institutional framework,' Alfadley pointed out. The minister stated that the Kingdom has implemented Integrated Water Resources Management and enhanced supply chain governance. This is supported by the release of a long-term supply and demand plan that extends to 2050, alongside a commitment to environmental, social, and economic considerations in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. Highlighting the Kingdom's leading role in supporting regional and international water issues, Alfadley pointed to the launching of the Global Water Organization, aimed at fostering international collaboration, and the establishment of an International Water Research Center focused on water economics, water security, advanced technologies, and digital transformation. In his speech, World Water Council President Loïc Fauchon highlighted that the council, in collaboration with Saudi authorities, has developed a comprehensive framework outlining the thematic, regional, and political components that will shape the roadmap for the 11th edition of the forum. Fauchon stressed the need to make water a top global priority, adding that this gathering will lay the foundation for future water policies. 'The way ahead is still long, but we are confident we're on the right path toward real solutions—solutions that can change lives,' he said. Deputy Minister for Water at the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture Dr. Abdulaziz Alshaibani underscored the urgency of the current moment, describing the preparatory meeting as a call for serious and immediate action. Alshaibani emphasized the need to build upon existing progress in the water sector and to move decisively towards solidifying priorities. He stressed the importance of greater coherence and integration across all sectors, along with the unification of all efforts, to achieve tangible solutions to global water challenges and to meet SDG 6. Alshaibani further noted that effective solutions must be anchored in several key pillars, including financing, innovation, diplomacy, and environmental considerations. The World Water Forum 2027, to be organized by the World Water Council in Saudi Arabia for the first time in the Middle East, is a significant international platform for exchanging ideas and experiences in water management.
Asharq Al-Awsat
14-04-2025
- Science
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Calls for Global Water Cooperation to Advance Integrated Management
The first preparatory meeting for the 11th World Water Forum 2027 kicked off in Riyadh on Monday with the participation of top scientists, experts, decision-makers from around the world. Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Alfadley, with the participation of World Water Council President Loïc Fauchon, inaugurated the official logo of the World Water Forum 2027. In his remarks, Alfadley emphasized Saudi Arabia's call for strengthened international cooperation and joint efforts among countries and organizations to tackle global water challenges. He underscored the importance of ensuring universal access to water and sanitation services as a key pillar in achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6). 'Saudi Arabia prioritizes the water sector through various measures, including the adoption of a national strategy encompassing water production, storage, transportation, distribution, treatment, and reuse, all within a comprehensive institutional framework,' Alfadley added. He further stated that the Kingdom has implemented Integrated Water Resources Management and enhanced supply chain governance. This is supported by the release of a long-term supply and demand plan that extends to 2050, alongside a commitment to environmental, social, and economic considerations in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. Highlighting the Kingdom's leading role in supporting regional and international water issues, Alfadley pointed to the launching of the Global Water Organization, aimed at fostering international collaboration, and the establishment of an International Water Research Center focused on water economics, water security, advanced technologies, and digital transformation. Fauchon said the council, in collaboration with Saudi authorities, has developed a comprehensive framework outlining the thematic, regional, and political components that will shape the roadmap for the 11th edition of the forum that is being held in the Middle East for the first time. He stressed the need to make water a top global priority, adding that this gathering will lay the foundation for future water policies. 'The way ahead is still long, but we are confident we're on the right path toward real solutions—solutions that can change lives,' he said. Deputy Minister for Water at the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture Dr. Abdulaziz Alshaibani underscored the urgency of the current moment, describing the preparatory meeting as a call for serious and immediate action. Alshaibani emphasized the need to build upon existing progress in the water sector and to move decisively towards solidifying priorities. He stressed the importance of greater coherence and integration across all sectors, along with the unification of all efforts, to achieve tangible solutions to global water challenges and to meet SDG 6. Alshaibani further noted that effective solutions must be anchored in several key pillars, including financing, innovation, diplomacy, and environmental considerations. The World Water Forum 2027, organized by the World Water Council in Saudi Arabia, is a significant international platform for exchanging ideas and experiences in water management.
