Cairo supports rights of Egyptians, Africans to achieve development -- Minister

CAIRO, Sept 22 (MENA) - Irrigation Minister Mohamed Abdel Aati has stressed Egypt's support for every right of, not only its people, but the whole of Africa to achieve development.

Speaking at a cross-border session of the fifth Arab Water Forum in Dubai Wednesday, Abdel Aati stressed the importance of water security as one tool to achieve the sustainable development goals.

He touched upon challenges facing the water sector, which entails action by Egypt to maximize its benefit from water resources.

It is important to maintain regional cooperation to face climate change and manage international river basins in line with international laws and norms, Abel Aati stressed.