Very Nice article. I have enjoyed reading and learning more info about what is going in the Arab Region.
Thank you Dr. Hazim for such nice contribution.
Michael

Although the article is not long but contains great information about the groundwater in the Arab region. A very rich and interesting subject
Thank you Dr. Hazem Al-Nasser, the expert and the great teacher

Very nice article Dr. Hazim,
You are a great person and like to read all your publication.
When i see that you are the owner of this system then i know it should be nice and it is really more than nice.
I have never seen something organized and clean like this system.
I wish you all the success
Dr. Fadel

Dr Fadel, We need your contribution to the Middle East Water Forum

Thank you Michael Dorschi, we need your valuable contribution

Great article Dr. Hazim on one of the important topics on water security. GW in the region is out of sight, out of mind that needs new policies and agreements on this transboundary resource.

a very valuable article with long term vision and scientific assessment of the current situation, all the best

I like reading this article and learn more about the water issue in the Arab Region.
That is great article and hope we can learn from it and try to fix such great issues.
Thank you Dr. Hazim El-Naser for writing such article. I also like your forum, it is so nice one... Congratulation.
Omer

Wonderfull article, I will contribute to this forum.
I was looking for such forum since long time and finally I am happy to find such a wonderful one to share ideas and contribute. All the best for your guys, great job
Laila from USA

Dear Liala-1
Welcome to MEWF, looking forward to your contribution

Many thanks Dr Hazim for the interesting and valuable topic. To add to your article, proper governance on the national and sectoral level is a key issue. Water utilities in the Arab region are controlled by the central government in terms of tariff and investments and thus highly affecting utility performance.
An effective and independent regulatory framework can support improving efficiency and protect both water utilities and customers. On the national level, regulatory entities can protect water utilities by proposing fair tariff to ensure cost recovery of the utility which will result improved level of service and sustainability of investments. This will be implemented under a performance monitoring scheme to ensure utilities are operated in the most efficient way.
On the sectoral level, regulator will provide a base for and improved PPPs by supporting utilities in selecting proper PPP model, preparing contracts, and setting performance targets. The regulator is a key factor to ensure risks are shared between utilities and the private sector and this will promote for an effective partnership with the private sector which will be reflected on utility operation and level of service.

Amazing article! In particular the impact on fragile economies like Jordan and Lebanon

Such a nice study i really enjoyed reading It.
This Forum is amazing!!!
Thanks for all the work.
Sami

Nice article,
I am really so impressed to see such system in the middle east. I have seen a lot of forums and websites. But to be honest and I hope the management team allow me to say this: This is NUMBER ONE, this is the best system I have ever seen. I hope I can support you guys and contribute in my field and experiences. Thank you for the nice work.
Ahmed Almasri

Dear Ahmed: Thanks for the nice words. We are trying to contact you through your hotmail but it comes back. please provide us with another email adrress if possible: Info@mewf.de

Water Challenges are increasing day after day. Business model of drinking water establishments should cope with these disruptive challenges and technologies. Private - Public Partnership is a must in the supply side through different privatization models as well the partnership with society and users in demand side. They are key players for resources conservation and more efforts should be introduced in this side through proper engagement of stakeholders, tariff structure and awareness.

New financing mechanism is needed to disrubit the water sector . Performance based contracts to engage private sector have proven it's viability for fragmented utilities.

Great work