As for the state of the electricity sector, Mr Fares said that Basra is one of the governorates that has come a long way in developing its electricity system and accomplishing full supply in most of its districts, despite the high temperatures that frequently exceeds 50 degrees centigrade.
“This achievement is a result of the correct plans by the local government which allocated part of its finance for this important sector,” he said. “The results are obvious; today Basra supplies more than 2000 megawatts. This number has not been reached by any of the other governorates in Iraq because of the weak distribution lines.
"Basra has the privilege of power supplies that reach 20 hours in most of its districts. The local government, also, set a contingency plan and allocated 95 billion ID to meet and buy the electricity sector’s needs and equipment. The Council of Ministers approved this plan which is the first of its kind to be executed by a local government.”
Mr Fares also emphasised the importance of the Basra Conference which is held annually, supported by the Governorate and organised by CWC, the leading company in oil, gas and infrastructure conferences.
(Source: CWC)
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