Egyptian Minister of Water Resources, Hani Suwelim, recently held a meeting with Alexandria Governor, Ayman Attia, to discuss the progress of ongoing and future projects aimed at protecting and restoring the city's beaches. The meeting was attended by Dr. Ismail Abdel Gafar, President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport. The discussions focused on implementing directives from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli to complete beach restoration projects before the upcoming summer season.
The meeting reviewed the current status of several beach protection projects, including the "Alexandria Beach Restoration Project," which was initiated following directives from President El-Sisi. The project aims to restore Alexandria's beaches to their original state, allowing the city to welcome tourists during the upcoming summer season. The minister emphasized the importance of completing these projects on time, in line with the president's directives.
The projects under discussion include the development of a 2-kilometer stretch of coastline from Bir Masoud to Al-Mahrousa, and a 600-meter stretch in the Lوران area. These projects aim to protect the city's coastline and restore its beaches. Minister Suwelim stressed the significance of these initiatives in protecting citizens, properties, and infrastructure from the impacts of climate change.
Suwelim highlighted the importance of adopting scientific research in addressing climate-related challenges. He noted that the projects being implemented in Alexandria are part of a broader effort to provide protection for citizens, properties, and infrastructure. The minister also mentioned that several beach protection projects have been completed in Alexandria, including the protection and development of the Qalayat Qaitbay area.
Governor Ayman Attia emphasized that beach protection projects are a top priority for the Alexandria Governorate. He stressed the importance of collaboration with the Ministry of Water Resources to implement ongoing and future projects. Attia also acknowledged the crucial role of scientific research in supporting development plans and projects in the governorate.
The meeting also discussed a proposed project to develop the coastal area from Sidi Gaber to Al-Shatby. This project aims to integrate beach protection, preservation of the Corniche, and restoration of beach areas. Attia praised the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport for its contributions to the development of Alexandria.
The collaboration between the Ministry of Water Resources and the Alexandria Governorate aims to provide a comprehensive solution to the challenges facing the city's beaches. The projects under discussion are expected to have a significant impact on protecting the city's coastline and promoting sustainable development.
Key points
- Egypt's Minister of Water Resources and Alexandria Governor discuss ongoing and future beach protection projects in Alexandria.
- The projects aim to restore Alexandria's beaches and protect the city's coastline from the impacts of climate change.
- The initiatives are part of a broader effort to promote sustainable development and protect citizens, properties, and infrastructure.
