Doha: The State of Qatar participated in the extraordinary meeting of the Electricity and Water Cooperation Committee of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Held via video conference, the meeting focused on the latest developments in preparing a study on the feasibility of implementing water interconnection projects among the GCC countries, following directives from GCC leaders and decisions by the Ministerial Council.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Qatari delegation was led by HE President of the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa), Engineer Abdulla bin Ali Al Theyab. The meeting explored the study's general framework and objectives, which include evaluating current water infrastructure, exploring water interconnection scenarios, establishing governance frameworks, and creating an implementation roadmap. The study aims to define priorities, timelines, and mechanisms for execution, drawing on international experiences in water interconnection to guide its recommendations.
The committee discussed next steps for finalizing the study, such as organizing a workshop with senior officials from member states and completing essential data and technical studies. The findings and recommendations will be presented at the next committee meeting before being submitted to the Ministerial Council.
HE Engineer Al Theyab highlighted Qatar's commitment to enhancing joint Gulf cooperation and supporting initiatives that bolster the security and sustainability of electricity and water sectors. He emphasized the importance of integration among GCC countries to address future challenges, achieve common interests, and ensure the sustainability of vital resources and services.
His Excellency noted that the comprehensive study on water interconnection is a strategic move towards forming an integrated vision based on global best practices, considering technical, economic, operational, and governance aspects. This initiative aims to support scientifically informed decisions that ensure high efficiency and reliability in resource management.