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Jordan News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Jordan News
Jordan and Syria Discuss Shared Water Issues - Jordan News
Jordan's Minister of Water and Irrigation, Raed Abu Saud, received Syrian Deputy Minister of Energy for Water Resources, Osama Abu Zaid, and members of the Syrian Technical Water Committee on Tuesday morning in Amman. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ongoing sessions of the Jordanian-Syrian Technical Committee on Water. اضافة اعلان The meeting was also attended by Hisham Al-Hayasa, Secretary General of the Jordan Valley Authority and head of the Jordanian technical committee; Jihad Al-Mahamid, Secretary General of the Ministry of Water and Irrigation; and Sufian Al-Batayneh, Secretary General of the Water Authority, along with several other officials. During the meeting, both sides discussed a number of shared water-related issues. The Syrian delegation toured the Water Control and Operations Monitoring Center at the ministry — one of the region's most advanced facilities for managing modern water systems, emergency response, and remote monitoring of water sources. The delegation was briefed on the operations of water monitoring systems across Jordan's governorates, including dam surveillance, safety procedures, and the electronic coordination of maintenance teams with the operations center. They also reviewed how the center monitors reservoirs, pumping stations, and dams using early warning systems and remote viewing technology. The delegation also learned about Jordan's coordination mechanisms with various institutions and stakeholders in the water sector. The Syrian delegation praised Jordan's efficient water management and its ability to deal with water scarcity, expressing interest in adopting Jordan's experience and applying similar approaches in Syria.
Ammon
4 days ago
- Business
- Ammon
Water Ministry, U.S. government sign $39 million agreements
Ammon News - The Ministry of Water and Irrigation on Sunday signed agreements for projects under the Non-Revenue Water (NRW) Reduction Program, in partnership with the U.S. government, to benefit nearly four million residents in northern and central Jordan at a total value of $39 million. In a statement, Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud emphasized that efforts are focused on modernizing and upgrading water networks nationwide to reduce water losses, develop new networks, and improve the quality of services provided to citizens. He noted that these agreements mark the fourth phase of the NRW Reduction Program, funded by the U.S. government, building on years of productive cooperation to strengthen water management and boost operational efficiency at Yarmouk Water Company, which serves the governorates of Irbid, Jerash, Mafraq, and Ajloun. The $39 million agreement includes a $30 million grant from the U.S. government, with an additional $9 million contribution from the Water Authority. The projects will be implemented over four years, starting August 15 and running until December 14, 2029, benefiting more than 3.2 million residents and saving an estimated eight million cubic meters of water annually. The program will also build staff capacity, upgrade IT infrastructure, and enhance operating systems, followed by improvement plans to ensure long-term performance sustainability. A comprehensive field survey will be conducted in the four governorates, with tasks such as meter reading, billing, monitoring illegal use, providing leak detection vehicles and equipment, and forming dedicated maintenance teams. Additionally, Miyahuna Company signed a separate agreement under the U.S. grant to award a tender for rehabilitating three major pumping stations Mujib, Zarqa Ma'in, and Zara Ma'in to improve water supply efficiency for Amman and Zarqa. Valued at JD4 million, this project will enhance water services for more than one million citizens through advanced civil, mechanical, and electrical upgrades. The works will include building flood protection walls, rehabilitating Mujib Dam's main pumping line, installing high-efficiency pumps and automated valves, improving drainage, cleaning and upgrading internal systems, installing fully automated control systems, and connecting all three stations to the SCADA control center in Dabouq for better monitoring and rapid response. These upgrades will help minimize Zara Ma'in shutdowns during winter turbidity events, ensure continuous operation, increase annual supply by at least one million cubic meters, and reduce maintenance costs by 15 percent. This initiative is part of a series of NRW Reduction projects in their third phase, also funded by the U.S. government, including the Wadi Al-Seer Water Treatment Plant upgrade, awarded to Nasr Arshidat Company under Arabtech Jardaneh's supervision at a cost of JD 2.5 million. This upgrade will raise the plant's annual production capacity by 18 percent, equivalent to an extra one million cubic meters of water. During the signing ceremony, representatives from the U.S. Embassy reaffirmed the strength of the Jordan-U.S. partnership in tackling water challenges through sustainable, long-term development projects.
Jordan News
22-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
French Development Agency Supports Water Projects in Jordan - Jordan News
Minister of Water and Irrigation, Eng. Raed Abu Saud, met on Thursday with a delegation from the French Development Agency (AFD) led by Yves-Guy Keraudren, Regional Director for the Middle East. The meeting, also attended by Secretary-General of the Water Authority Eng. Sufian Al-Batayneh and Planning and Management Director Eng. Sultan Al-Mashaqbeh, focused on accelerating the implementation of key water sector projects aligned with Jordan's Water Sector Strategy 2023–2040. اضافة اعلان The Minister reviewed the sector's ongoing efforts to fast-track projects aimed at improving water and sanitation services, including: The National Carrier Project The Balqa Wastewater Treatment Plant (valued at €75 million) The Madaba Wastewater Treatment Plant and Networks (€100 million) Sukhneh Wastewater Project Qasabat Ma'an Wastewater Project Rehabilitation of Faisal Nursery Wells in Jerash to enhance water supply in the governorate The discussions covered the latest updates on these initiatives, with the Minister expressing hope for further fruitful cooperation with AFD. The French delegation presented a summary of AFD's financial contributions and the progress of their joint work with Jordan's water sector. They expressed satisfaction with the productive and constructive partnership, affirming the agency's ongoing commitment to support and coordinate efforts to improve water and sanitation services across the Kingdom.
Jordan News
21-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Inauguration of the "Hallabat Conveyance Project" to Enhance Water Supply in Amman and Zarqa - Jordan News
Inauguration of the "Hallabat Conveyance Project" to Enhance Water Supply in Amman and Zarqa Jordan's Minister of Water and Irrigation, Eng. Raed Abu Saud, inaugurated the Hallabat Water Conveyance Project, which aims to boost water supply in Amman and Zarqa. The project is considered one of Jordan's strategic water infrastructure initiatives and is funded by the U.S. Government. اضافة اعلان According to a statement by the Ministry of Water on Wednesday, the project is designed to strengthen national water supply and expand capacity to meet growing demand, particularly in Amman and Zarqa, with a total investment of USD 50 million. Abu Saud expressed his gratitude to the U.S. Government for its generous and ongoing support of Jordan's water sector, emphasizing the importance of strategic investments in this critical area. He explained that the project is not merely a collection of wells, but rather a clear demonstration of Jordan's determination to confront its water challenges through innovation, international partnerships, and a strong commitment to meeting citizens' needs and supporting the local economy. The project is a vital initiative to enhance water supply, with a capacity of 30 million cubic meters annually. It involves the rehabilitation and drilling of 25 wells in the Hallabat well field, providing additional water to reduce the national water deficit and meet the needs of approximately 820,000 citizens in the governorates of Amman and Zarqa. Additional water will also be made available to other regions as part of the Ministry's strategic national water plan, which aims to reduce water loss and improve supply. The Minister added that efforts are underway to secure new water sources, improve the efficiency of supply and operational systems, and rehabilitate existing resources to ensure additional supply across most regions of the Kingdom. The implementation of such projects will result in improved water delivery to citizens. For his part, Rohit Nepal, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Amman, reaffirmed the U.S. Government's strong commitment to its partnership with Jordan in pursuing a more secure water future. He noted that work continues to enhance Jordan's water security by reducing water loss. The project was completed in a record time of eight months and included the rehabilitation, drilling, and development of 25 wells in the Hallabat well field, securing additional water supplies sufficient to serve over 820,000 citizens annually in Amman and Zarqa. The "Hallabat Conveyance Project" stands as a successful model of effective emergency response to water scarcity challenges in Jordan. It highlights how international partnerships—especially with the U.S. Government—alongside advanced technology and improved infrastructure, can work together to meet citizens' needs and advance national water security goals. — (Petra News Agency)
Roya News
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
High-level Jordanian delegation heads to Damascus for bilateral talks
Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi will begin an official visit to the Syrian capital, Damascus, on Tuesday, heading a high-level Jordanian ministerial delegation. The delegation includes Minister of Water and Irrigation Raed Abu Saud, Minister of Industry, Trade and Supply Yousef Al-Shamali, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Saleh Kharabsheh, and Minister of Transport Wissam Al-Tahtamouni. The Jordanian delegation is scheduled to hold extensive talks with their Syrian counterparts — Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Faysal Mekdad, Minister of Economy and Foreign Trade Mohammad Samer Al-Khalil, Minister of Oil and Mineral Resources Firas Kaddour, and Minister of Transport Zuhair Khazim. Discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors, including water, energy, trade, and transportation.
