[28/06/2026 02:32]

ADEN-SABA
Minister of Water and Environment Eng. Tawfiq Al-Sharjabi held talks on Sunday with the non-resident representative of Germany's Friedrich Ebert Foundation in Yemen and the foundation's Regional Coordinator for Renewable Energy and Climate Change in the Middle East, Esther Becker, on expanding cooperation and building a long-term partnership in the areas of environment, climate, and sustainable resource management.

The meeting reviewed the foundation's activities and programs focusing on renewable energy, climate action, and sustainable development, while exploring opportunities for joint initiatives to support Yemen's efforts to adapt to climate change and strengthen environmental resilience.

During the discussions, Al-Sharjabi outlined the key challenges confronting Yemen's water and environmental sectors, emphasizing the government's ongoing efforts to protect natural resources and promote their sustainable management.

He said addressing these challenges requires stronger engagement with international partners, broader support for climate adaptation programs, and continued investment in institutional capacity-building to ensure the long-term sustainability of natural resources and the protection of ecosystems.

The minister also stressed the importance of enhancing cooperation with international organizations working on climate and environmental issues through the exchange of expertise, access to specialized research, and the implementation of programs that reinforce the ministry's priorities while strengthening the capabilities of national professionals.

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