OIC conference advocates for water management collaboration

Participants join a family photo session at the OIC Ministers of Water Conference in Jeddah on Thursday. (SPA)
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JEDDAH: The Organization of Islamic Cooperation has emphasized the need for comprehensive solutions to enhance the water desalination capacities of member states.

These measures, the Saudi Press Agency reported, include more efficient technologies, improved groundwater management, and the utilization of renewable resources.

The statement was made during the OIC Ministers of Water Conference held recently in Jeddah under the theme “From Vision to Impact.”

Ministers, delegates, and heads of relevant OIC institutions discussed strategies to enhance cooperation and water security in the Islamic world.

The conference reaffirmed the importance of strengthening mechanisms within the OIC’s vision to tackle water scarcity. This includes developing desalination capabilities, employing modern technologies, and facilitating the exchange of knowledge and expertise.