Islamabad (TDI): In a signing ceremony held at the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Governments of Pakistan and Japan have agreed on a grant for provision of smart water meters for improved water supply in Faisalabad City.
The Government of Japan has approved an amount of JPY 510 Million (US$ 3.50 Million) for the said grant through JICA under the Japanese Economic and Social Development Program.
The installation of around 8000 smart water meters in Faisalabad will not only enhance the efficiency of water usage and distribution, but also contribute to better demand management, conservation of precious water resources and financial sustainability of WASA Faisalabad.
This grant aligns with the Government of Pakistan’s vision for improved urban governance and environmental sustainability and we are confident that it will serve as a model for replication in other cities as well.
The Exchange of Notes were signed and exchanged by Dr. Kazim Niaz, Secretary, Ministry of Economic Affairs and AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan on behalf of their respective governments.
Dr. Kazim Niaz appreciated the Government and people of Japan for their valuable support with the assurance of extending all necessary facilitation to ensure successful implementation of the project and for more meaningful cooperation between the two sides.
Ambassador Shuichi assured the commitment of his Government to work closely with the Government of Pakistan to further strengthen the friendly ties and bilateral cooperation.
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
