Amman, June 3 (Petra) – Chairman of Lower House Agriculture and Water
Committee, MP Ahmed Shdeifat, noted importance of the National Water
Carrier Project as a “key” solution to address Jordan’s severe water
shortage.

Shdeifat described the project as one of the most important strategic
schemes, aimed at confronting water challenges and achieving
sustainable security in this regard.

The MP’s remarks came during a committee meeting held Wednesday,
chaired by Shdeifat, to discuss the project’s progress.

Minister of Water and Irrigation, Raed Abu Soud, and several other
stakeholders were also present.

Shdeifat stated the project requires the concerted efforts of various
sectors, including the private sector, to ensure its success and
achieve its national goals.

Talking at the meeting, he said this “truly” national project will
contribute to supporting the Kingdom’s agricultural and industrial
sectors and creating job opportunities.

In turn, Abu Soud said the project is “one of the largest” water
enterprises in the Middle East, which is making progress, based on
the established plans and timelines, despite its large scale and high
cost.

The minister noted the project will open opportunities for Jordanian
contractors to participate in its implementation, which would create
new jobs.

Furthermore, he noted the project will rely on many available
materials and services in the local market, which would positively
affect the national economy.

Abu Soud said the government’s contribution to the project amounts to
approximately JD1 billion, while the project will help meet nearly
40% of the Kingdom’s water needs.

He noted the project’s total cost could reach approximately JD6
billion.

On its wider vision, he said the ministry is simultaneously working
on plans to expand wastewater treatment plants and improve water
services nationwide.

//Petra// AG