Project Objective: is to help resource managers in the Arab Region better understand the status of natural resources in the Region and make learned decisions on the use and management of such resources, including water/ international water, land and vegetation, especially in the context of climate change impacts. Such decisions will in the end help resources managers to optimize resource utilization and reduce environmental degradation, including desertification and land degradation, and also help the society to adapt to impacts of climate change and variability.
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Budget
USD 87,679,545
Total Cost of the project
USD 5,644,545
GEF Allocation to project
Partners
The main focus is on helping the poorest people and the poorest countries, but for all its clients the Bank emphasizes the need for:Investing in people, particularly through basic health and educationFocusing on social development, inclusion, governance, and institution-building as key elements of poverty reduction Strengthening the ability of the governments to deliver quality services, efficiently and transparently Protecting the environment Supporting and encouraging private business developmentPromoting reforms to create a stable macroeconomic environment, conducive to investment and long-term planning.
Arab Water council’s vision for Integrated Water Resources Management in the Arab Region is to maximize the economic, social and environmental benefits from water use in the Arab countries.
Contacts
Task Team Leader
Operations Analyst