Egyptian Minister of Water Resources, Hani Suwelim, participated in the opening ceremony of the 2026 Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum in Rome, Italy. The forum, which runs from September 29 to October 2, brings together numerous ministers, senior officials, experts, and representatives from international and regional organizations across the Mediterranean region, Europe, the Balkans, North Africa, and the Middle East. The event features over 100 conferences and meetings.
The opening ceremony included speeches and interventions from prominent officials, including Roberto Gualtieri, Mayor of Rome; Antonio Tajani, Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; Dr. Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO); Fadi El Hajjali, Acting Secretary-General of the Union for the Mediterranean; and Retno Marsudi, UN Special Envoy for Water.
The speeches highlighted the importance of enhancing regional and international cooperation to address water scarcity and climate change challenges, supporting efforts to achieve water security and sustainable development. The forum follows the second ministerial meeting of the Union for the Mediterranean on water, which took place in Rome on September 28, 2026.
During the forum, Minister Suwelim will participate in several high-level sessions and events discussing water security, non-conventional water resources, water reuse and desalination, and international cooperation to address water scarcity. He will also exchange views and expertise with international ministers, officials, and experts on promoting sustainable water resources management.
Minister Suwelim's participation reflects Egypt's commitment to enhancing cooperation with Mediterranean countries, sharing experiences in water resources management, and emphasizing the importance of collective international and regional efforts to address water scarcity and climate change. Egypt aims to support the development of innovative solutions and non-conventional water resources.
The Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum serves as a platform for dialogue and cooperation among countries in the region, focusing on the sustainable management of water resources and addressing the challenges posed by climate change. The forum's discussions and outcomes are expected to contribute to the development of effective strategies and policies for water management.
Egypt's participation in the forum aligns with its efforts to strengthen international cooperation and knowledge sharing in the field of water resources management, with a focus on achieving water security and sustainable development. The country's engagement in such international events underscores its commitment to addressing global water challenges.
Key points
- Egyptian Minister of Water Resources participates in the 2026 Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum in Rome.
- The forum focuses on addressing water scarcity and climate change challenges through regional and international cooperation.
- Egypt aims to promote sustainable water resources management and support the development of innovative solutions.
