Tag: Water Resources
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Florin Ghiță Appointed Interim Director of Apele Române
Introduction to the Appointment In a significant announcement on Saturday morning, Minister of Environment Diana Buzoianu revealed that Florin Ghiță has been appointed as the interim director of the Administrația Națională Apele Române (National Administration of Waters in Romania). This decision comes as part of a transitional phase aimed at restructuring the agency and enhancing…
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India’s Threat to Indus Waters Treaty: A Call for Peace
Introduction On September 12, 2023, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, raised alarm bells regarding India’s unilateral actions concerning the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). This treaty, established in 1960, manages the water resources shared between India and Pakistan, ensuring both countries can benefit from the Indus River system. Ambassador Ahmad’s…
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Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam: Benefits for Egypt and Sudan
Introduction to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has been a point of contention among Ethiopia, Sudan, and Egypt since its inception. However, according to Kifle Horo, the director of the GERD project, the dam is poised to deliver numerous benefits not only to Ethiopia but also to its downstream…