In a statement to MAP, Mr. Malaoui specified that the Royal speech provides a precise diagnosis of the factors causing the exacerbation of the water crisis, including the delays in the execution of certain projects. as well as rising temperatures due to global warming.
The Speech from the Throne highlights Morocco’s determination to progress towards the development of its water resources, an essential pillar for many economic and social sectors, he said, noting that the Kingdom must meet a certain number of challenges. challenges, including increased funding through international partnerships, international organizations and the private sector.
In this regard, he insisted on improving planning and coordination between stakeholders in the water sector and other stakeholders in related sectors, such as electricity and renewable energies.
The Sovereign, he said, presented a prospective vision to sustain future projects included in the water policy by delivering a message of firmness in order to complete current or planned projects within the set deadlines, in addition to promoting the integration of intelligent systems in agriculture and industry, but also in homes, the aim being to rationalize the use of water and cope with the scarcity of rain.
Mr. Malaoui recalled that strengthening awareness and training programs in the management and rational use of water remains an imperative, both at the individual level and at the level of businesses and administrations, recalling the urgency to introduce these themes into school and farmer training programs.
It is also a question of supporting and encouraging scientific, technical research and innovation, as well as retaining researchers in order to develop methods and technologies adapted to the national context and aimed at saving water and energy, particularly in agriculture and wastewater recycling.
The expert also placed emphasis on the continuation of the ambitious project of hydraulic interconnections and transport of drinking water to remote and isolated areas.