Egypt presents coastal zone management plan through 2100 at Rome water forum

Egypt's water minister joined a Rome session on coastal groundwater protection, outlining a plan for managing coastal zones through 2100.

• Minister Hani Sweilem participated in a session on protecting coastal groundwater aquifers at the Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum in Rome.
• Sweilem said Egypt prepared a comprehensive coastal zone management plan through 2100 based on climate scenarios and risk maps.
• He said coastal aquifers face rising pressure from climate change, sea level rise, and seawater intrusion into groundwater.
• Sweilem called for regional cooperation among Mediterranean states to exchange data, expertise, and successful experiences.