Manama:Arabian Gulf University has launched the 11th edition of the United Nations University Diploma Program in Integrated Water Resources Management. This initiative involves 17 Arab specialists from the water and environment sectors, aiming to develop their skills in addressing water resources management challenges.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the program is organized by the United Nations Water Education Center for the Arab Region, hosted by Arabian Gulf University since 2008. It is conducted in collaboration with the United Nations University Institute for Environment, Water, and Health in Canada, with support from regional institutions. The program seeks to build Arab capacity and train professionals in water management.
This year's cohort includes participants from various Arab countries. Ten participants are from Saudi Arabia, coordinated with the Saudi Water Authority. The cohort also includes five participants from Palestine, Jordan, Sudan, Yemen, and Syria, supported by the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development via scholarships. One participant is from Bahrain, supported by the Supreme Council for the Environment through the Green Climate Fund, and another is from Sudan, on a scholarship provided by Arabian Gulf University.
Professor Walid Zubari, the program's coordinator, emphasized that the diploma program serves as a regional platform for capacity building in the water sector. He highlighted the pressing water issues in the Arab region and the need for an integrated management approach that considers economic, social, environmental, and institutional factors.
The diploma program spans one year, starting in November 2026 and concluding in October 2027. It combines scientific knowledge with practical applications in water resources management through specialized courses and lectures from experts. Arabian Gulf University continues to support Arab cooperation in water management, expanding professional development opportunities and contributing to sustainable resource practices in the region.