Netherlands Join Forces for Clean Water
Published on by Water Network Research, Official research team of The Water Network in Government
The World Bank Group Has Asked the Netherlands to Play a Prominent Role in Tackling Global Water Issues
Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Lilianne Ploumen, and World Bank Group President, Jim Yong Kim, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to this end in Washington, D.C.
"Water is a Dutch policy priority," said Ms. Ploumen. "This initiative confirms that the Netherlands has what it takes to successfully tackle the growing global challenges. It is a great opportunity for our country - together with Dutch businesses and knowledge institutions - to enhance its role as a global pioneer."
Dr. Kim echoed Ms Ploumen's sentiments, saying that "The Netherlands has a unique relationship with water, and as a result, we have found them to be visionary partners. They have the experience to frame the right challenges, and the expertise to advise on real solutions."
In the past decade, the World Bank Group has helped improve access to clean drinking water and/or sanitation for 130 million people, and it will help another 200 million in the next five years. The bank also finances investment in flood protection and waste water treatment. As well as being environmentally friendly, these projects must focus on helping the world's poorest benefit from economic development.
Source:The Netherlands Embassy in Washington
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