RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced on Monday that the Kingdom is establishing a global water organization, which is to be based in Riyadh, to enhance efforts to address water challenges.

The organization aims to integrate and aid attempts made by governments and other bodies to secure global water sustainably.

It plans to allow the exchange of expertise while advancing technology, fostering innovation, and sharing research and development experiences.

It will promote the establishment and funding of high-priority projects, ensuring the sustainability of water resources and accessibility for everyone.

Saudi Arabia emphasizes its commitment to addressing global water supply challenges by taking this initiative.

It is aligned with Saudi Arabia’s dedication to environmental sustainability. The Kingdom has showcased notable achievements in water production, transportation, and distribution over the years, leveraging locally developed innovative solutions.

Sattam Al-Mojil, assistant professor of environmental engineering at King Saud University, told Arab News: “Water sustainability is considered one of the key drivers for economic and social growth across all sectors and activities. Challenges facing the water sector and its natural resources have increased in recent decades, resulting in numerous problems for many inhabitants of the globe. These problems include food scarcity, diseases arising from the use of contaminated water, poverty, and hunger, in addition to contributing to various geopolitical issues due to water scarcity.”