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UAE President reaffirms water scarcity commitment

Friday, 22 March 2024 10:59

By ARN News Staff

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President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has said the UAE is committed to overcoming the challenge of water scarcity.

In a post on social media platform X, the UAE leader wrote: "On World Water Day, we reaffirm our commitment to overcoming the challenge of water scarcity.

"The UAE will continue working in partnership with the international community to find sustainable solutions to provide fresh water to those most in need in support of a more prosperous tomorrow."

On World Water Day, we reaffirm our commitment to overcoming the challenge of water scarcity. The UAE will continue working in partnership with the international community to find sustainable solutions to provide fresh water to those most in need in support of a more prosperous…
— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) March 22, 2024

World Water Day is an annual event that highlights the importance of fresh water, and advocates for sustainable management of freshwater resources.

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