Deputy Minister: 2027 as Water Year highlights kingdom's global water leadership
The Deputy Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture of Saudi Arabia confirmed that naming 2027 as the "Year of Water" reflects the leadership's support for the Kingdom's vision in water resource management and highlights its achievements in this sector. The year aims to raise national awareness about the value of water, accelerate national initiatives, stimulate innovation and investment, and showcase Saudi Arabia's pioneering global experience in achieving water security. Over the past years, Saudi Arabia has made significant progress, including reducing groundwater consumption from 21 billion cubic meters in 2016 to 11 billion cubic meters in 2025, increasing storage capacity by more than 125%, and raising the percentage of safe drinking water services to over 100%. These efforts are part of the Kingdom's initiatives to develop water solutions, innovate sustainable technologies, and enhance its international standing, including hosting the 2027 World Water Forum.
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