eng.Ahmed Alkhamshi - Deputy Minister for Agriculture, MEWA

The discussion centers around the growth of agriculture and sustainable practices in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of energy and water supply shifts for food security and poverty alleviation. The Deputy Minister for Agriculture highlights Saudi Arabia's success in combating desertification and developing the agricultural sector. The Kingdom's competitive advantages in sectors like dairy and fish farming are noted, despite challenges like low rainfall. Innovative solutions, including the use of artificial intelligence and smart agricultural equipment, are key to this development. The Deputy Minister expresses optimism about the outcomes of COP16, hoping for agreements that aid climate adaptation and agricultural development globally. The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture is committed to contributing to these goals.