Manama:Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, hosted Dr. Abdallah Al Dardari, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and Assistant Administrator and Director of the Regional Bureau for Arab States at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), to discuss advancing Bahrain's energy sectors.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the meeting, which included Asmaa Shalabi, the Resident Representative of the UNDP in Bahrain, focused on Bahrain's dedication to enhancing its electricity and water sectors. Minister Humaidan emphasized Bahrain's plans to improve energy efficiency and expand renewable energy usage, aligning with Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, the Sustainable Development Goals, and national strategies.
The discussions highlighted Bahrain's national efforts in sustainable energy and underscored the significance of international partnerships with UN bodies to bolster sustainable development. Both parties explored mutual interests in energy cooperation, sustainability, and resource efficiency.
Dr. Al Dardari praised Bahrain's strides in sustainable development and reaffirmed the UNDP's commitment to deepening collaboration with Bahrain to achieve common objectives.