KUALA LUMPUR: Beyond2020, the United Arab Emirates-driven humanitarian initiative, has installed water filters in 25 communities in Sabah and Sarawak, providing clean drinking water to 10,000 people.
Beyond2020 was launched by the Zayed Sustainability Prize in 2019 in partnership with several leading organisations to provide sustainable technologies and solutions to vulnerable communities worldwide, a statement said.
In a Bernama report, it said Malaysia marks the 17th deployment of the initiative, which will continue to offer life-transforming interventions to beneficiaries worldwide, providing technology for good and fostering inclusive and sustainable development
“The latest Beyond2020 project in Malaysia reflects UAE’s commitment to humanitarianism and international sustainable development. This deployment contributes significantly to Malaysia’s ongoing efforts to enhance access to reliable, clean water.
“We value the cooperation of Malaysia’s Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Ministry in implementing this initiative, which underscores the deep-rooted ties between our two countries,” said UAE Industry and Advanced Technology Minister, director general of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, and COP28 president-designate, Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber.
Meanwhile, Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said: “The UAE’s Beyond2020 initiative, which has delivered safe drinking water to 10,000 Malaysians, showcases how innovative solutions can tackle our water challenges, particularly in the rural areas.”
