Riyadh:Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, the Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, took part in the 16th session of the Arab Ministerial Council for Electricity in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This event, which included Arab ministers responsible for electricity and energy affairs, was part of Riyadh Energy Week, running from October 11 to 15.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the minister emphasized Bahrain's dedication to bolstering joint Arab initiatives, improving coordination, and sharing expertise in electricity, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. These initiatives aim to advance electricity infrastructure, enhance power system efficiency, and ensure the security and sustainability of energy supplies across Arab nations.
The council's agenda included a report by the Chairman of the Executive Bureau on the council's activities since its previous session, along with reports from specialized committees such as the Committee of Electricity Experts in Arab Countries and the Committee of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Experts. The outcomes of a joint meeting of these committees were also discussed.
Additional discussions focused on improving the council's working mechanisms, including proposed amendments to its internal regulations, its special account, and the Executive Bureau's composition. The date and venue for the 17th session of the Arab Ministerial Council for Electricity were also on the agenda.