As part of the AGREEMAR Project, a stakeholder workshop was co-organised by adelphi and INAT teams and took place on January 29, 2025, at the Golden Tulip El Mechtel Hotel in Tunis, Tunisia. The purpose of this civil assembly was to engage stakeholders in exploring the potential of MAR systems for improving groundwater availability, mitigating climate change impacts, and supporting sustainable water resource management in Tunisia.
The event presented outcomes of the AGREEMAR project for the Tunisia case study in the Chiba basin (CapBon) and, more specifically, seeked to foster dialogue on the environmental, social, and economic benefits of MAR systems. The event also addressed critical issues related to groundwater restoration, sustainability, and saline intrusion prevention. A dynamic exchange between scientists and decision-makers helped shape the proposed AGREEMAR charter for Tunisia, with valuable insights and contributions from participants.
The assembly concluded with Prof. Hamadi Habaieb, State Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries, emphasising Tunisia’s ongoing efforts to address water stress caused by persistent drought and rising demand. He highlighted the importance of MAR and innovative solutions, particularly the use of treated wastewater, in securing Tunisia’s water future.
The AGREEMAR Project remains committed to bridging research and policy, fostering regional cooperation, and advancing sustainable water management strategies across the Mediterranean.