فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
French President Emmanuel Macron praised the success of the seawater desalination project in Morocco during his visit to Saudi Arabia, emphasizing that Rabat has managed to harness all necessary technologies to address water challenges in rural areas and cities.
Morocco’s Achievements in Addressing Water Challenges
Macron’s remarks come at a time when Morocco is intensifying efforts to combat water scarcity, which has worsened due to a lack of rainfall over six consecutive seasons. The Moroccan government has launched several initiatives, including the construction of desalination plants, to enhance supplies of potable water and irrigation.
In this context, Macron noted that Morocco has become a model in the field of water desalination, with many neighboring countries relying on similar strategies to tackle their water challenges. Projects like the desalination plant in Agadir have proven effective, producing 275,000 cubic meters per day, thereby meeting the needs of both residents and industries.
Growing International Interest
Macron’s comments also reflect the increasing international interest in Moroccan desalination projects. Spain has shown interest in adopting similar models, particularly in regions like Catalonia and Andalusia, which face severe water shortages. Catalonia is expected to invest €290 million to expand the “Tordera 2” desalination plant, highlighting the impact of the Moroccan model on regional water policies.
Future Projects
In June, Crown Prince Moulay Hassan oversaw the launch of Africa’s largest desalination plant in the coastal area of Al-Maharza in the El Jadida region, which is expected to produce 300 million cubic meters annually. This project aims to improve water supplies for more than 7.5 million people and is part of the national program to provide drinking water and irrigation for the period 2020-2027.
Conclusion
Emmanuel Macron’s remarks about the success of Morocco’s seawater desalination project confirm the significant efforts made by the kingdom to address its water challenges. With growing international interest in Morocco’s model, it is clear that these strategies could greatly contribute to improving water security and promoting sustainable development in the region.
