UN Recognises Saudi Arabia As Global Model For Water Resources Management

The United Nations Water Committee (UN-Water) has selected Saudi Arabia as a leading global model for achieving the Degree of Integrated Water Resources Management Implementation Index (6.5.1) under Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6). The recognition was announced during a preparatory workshop held to examine the country's success in accelerating integrated water resources management.

Ministry’s Undersecretary for Water, Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Shaibani, described the UN’s selection as a testament to Saudi Arabia’s achievements in water resource management, aligning with Vision 2030 and the National Water Strategy 2030, reported Saudi Press Agency. Dr. Al-Shaibani also noted that UN-Water is conducting a case study to document the country's approach, which will serve as a model for other countries seeking to enhance their water management strategies.