UAE, Bahrain to enhance ties in infrastructure and transport
During the meeting, held at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) headquarters in Abu Dhabi, Al Mazrouei underscored the steadfast UAE-Bahrain ties and highlighted the UAE's strong desire to boost cooperation with Bahrain across the board as part of the country's leadership directives.
He added, 'The meeting with Bahrain's Minister of Works was a valuable opportunity to further promote collaboration in the next stage. Such visits build on our long-standing bilateral relations, as we are keen on sharing our experiences with our counterparts in Bahrain.'
Hassan Mohamed Al Mansoori, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at MoEI, welcomed Minister Al Hawaj to the Ministry's headquarters in Dubai. The visit aimed to share MoEI's best practices in the planning and construction of infrastructure projects and federal roads and its efforts to eliminate bureaucracy.
Al Mansoori said, 'Such meetings are key to identify common priorities, share best practices, and explore opportunities for collaboration to accelerate progress towards our goals.'
During the meeting, the Bahraini Minister was briefed on MoEI's latest initiatives and projects, asset management protocol, and traffic safety measures.
Meanwhile last month Fahad Mohammed Bin Kardous Alameri, UAE Ambassador to Bahrain, has met with Dr. Sheikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, and discussed strengthening cooperation and partnership between the two countries. They explored ways to enhance these ties for the benefit of both sides.
Ambassador Alameri highlighted the UAE leadership's commitment to fostering and developing its strategic partnership with Bahrain, expressing his wishes for continued prosperity and progress for the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people.
Minister Al Khalifa praised the two nations' long-standing brotherly relations and strong strategic partnership, emphasising the ongoing growth and progress in various areas.
He stressed the importance of deepening cooperation, exchanging knowledge, and supporting joint investments in transportation, communications, and logistics to benefit both countries and their peoples.
Fahad Mohammed Bin Kardous Alameri, UAE Ambassador to Bahrain, has met with Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Bahraini Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Economic Development Board, accompanied by representatives from the Ministry.
The meeting touched on the importance of deepening collaboration between the two nations across various sectors; particularly those focused on accelerating the achievement of sustainable development goals and enhancing economic cooperation to meet shared aspirations.
The two sides also explored opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation, opening new avenues for collaboration between the two countries.
Meanwhile the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) unveiled the Geospatial Data Platform for Agriculture and Water Resources in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD).
The move contributes to the sustainability of the agricultural sector and the effective management of water resources.
The Geospatial Data Platform will contribute to reducing the use of groundwater in the agricultural sector by 2 per cent and increasing the use of unconventional water resources by 8-13 per cent by 2027. In addition, it will improve water productivity by upgrading the efficiency of agricultural production using available resources and enhance the contribution of agriculture to food security by improving local produce and relying on innovative agricultural strategies.
The platform features a user-friendly interface, supported by accurate geospatial maps that allows farmers and government entities to access comprehensive agricultural and water-related data, analyze the data to make informed decisions, and improve water demand management through innovative solutions and sustainable applications.
Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at MoEI, said that the platform is not a mere technical tool, but an advanced system that redefines how natural resources are managed and decisions are made. It offers updated, accurate information about crop production, water use, land use, and water quality.
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