Overview
Nile Water Sector, Nasr City, January 23, 2024 —
In a pivotal debriefing meeting convened on Wednesday, January 23rd, at 12:30, at the Nile Water Sector in Nasr City, the Joint Cooperation in Applied Research (JCAR) celebrated a significant milestone with the Mid-Term Review (MTR) mission, held from January 14th to 25th, 2024. The esteemed debriefing, chaired by H.E. the Minister of Water and Irrigation, Dr. Hani Sewilam, featured esteemed members of the MTR review team and key stakeholders, including representation from the JCAR team members, the NL embassy representatives, and the MWRI research institutes.
The MTR review team played a crucial role in presenting their comprehensive findings and recommendations from the mission review. The focused debriefing centered on Pillar I and Pillar II of the JCAR project, offering valuable insights for strategic project refinement. Discussions during the debriefing delved into the technical and managerial aspects of the project, underscoring the robust framework of JCAR's initiatives. The exchange of ideas and insights among the MTR team and JCAR project members provided a valuable platform for refining strategies and ensuring the project's alignment with its objectives.
Dr. Hani Sewilam, Minister of Water and Irrigation, expressed optimism and appreciation for the project's substantial impacts, emphasizing its significant role in providing policy support and contributing to informed decision-making in the water sector transformation. He underscored the importance of research-driven policies aligning with the project's objectives, aiming to revolutionize the water sector and address pressing challenges.
Of notable emphasis during the meeting was the minister's commitment to capacity building within all JCAR research projects. His keen interest has yielded significant achievements, contributing to the enhancement of the skills and capabilities of numerous individuals involved in the project. This commitment aligns with JCAR's broader objectives of fostering knowledge transfer and skill development. Further discussions centered around the project's sustainability and the anticipated institutional support. The commitment to the enduring success of JCAR was palpable, with a focus on ensuring the project's continuity and its positive impact on addressing water-related challenges. The collaborative efforts discussed during the meeting aimed at securing sustained support and partnerships for the long-term success of the project.
Dr. Sewilam also commended the enduring collaboration between Egypt and the Netherlands in the water sector since the 1970s, leading to the establishment of JCAR. He highlighted the Dutch side's assistance to the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation in addressing water challenges through improved planning, development, and integrated water resource management. This involved formulating strategies and fostering partnerships between Egyptian and Dutch institutes to enhance the capacities of water specialists and researchers. The Ministry expressed its keenness to sustain collaboration with the Dutch side across various research domains related to optimal water system management.
The collaborative spirit showcased during the meeting reflects a shared commitment to advancing JCAR's objectives and promoting impactful applied research in water resource management. The minister looks forward to witnessing the successful delivery of project outcomes and expresses sincere admiration for the dedicated efforts invested in the JCAR initiative. His acknowledgment underscores the project's pivotal role in addressing critical water-related challenges and marks a significant step toward transformative solutions in the field.
JCAR project is funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Egypt.
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