Palestine
Water and Environment in the EU/Palestine Action Plan
Released | 07/04/2006 |
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(19) Take steps to promote good environmental governance, to aim for prevention of deterioration of the environment, and to enhance co-operation on environmental issues
- Review the PA environment policy and prioritise activities included in the Palestinian Environmental Law
- Strengthen administrative capacity and clarify responsibilities between different authorities
- Work towards improvements in the overall water and sanitation management system
- Promote enhanced regional cooperation with neighbouring countries, including on the sharing and management of water resources
- Pursue efforts to improve water supply and quality, especially in rural areas, with a view to meeting WHO standards
- Assess possibilities for participation in selected European Environment Agency activities
- Explore scope for strengthening capabilities for the safe disposal of hazardous waste