Water Rights and Agreements Flashcards
1
Q
Which agreement granted Egypt the right to most of the Nile’s water?
A
The 1929 Nile Water Agreement
2
Q
Which countries signed an agreement in 1959 to increase water allocations?
A
Egypt and Sudan
3
Q
When was the Nile River Basin Commission established, and what is its purpose?
A
It was established in 2006 to ensure equal and fair usage of the Nile River.
4
Q
What percentage of Egypt’s water needs are met by the Nile?
A
90%
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