Thursday 21 Nov
Dr. Hany Sweilem, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, met with Dr. Hesham Haggag, Deputy President of Inspur, a leading Chinese technology company, to discuss potential collaborations in water management.
The meeting centered on Inspur's
advanced technological solutions for water management, including digital
systems for efficient water resource management and infrastructure.
Minister Sweilem emphasized the
urgent need to address Egypt's water challenges through innovative solutions.
He highlighted the importance of early warning systems for flood monitoring,
advanced infrastructure monitoring, and the utilization of satellite imagery
for optimized water usage.
The Minister underscored the
critical role of digital transformation in enhancing the ministry's efficiency,
decision-making, and capacity building. By integrating modern technologies, the
ministry aims to optimize water distribution, streamline operations, and ensure
sustainable water management.
The collaboration with Inspur
offers the potential to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning
to analyze satellite imagery and aerial photography. This data-driven approach
can help identify water resource challenges, monitor water quality, and
optimize water allocation.
The ministry is also committed to improving governance within its various departments and sectors. By clarifying roles and responsibilities and promoting decentralized decision-making, the ministry aims to enhance efficiency and accountability.
