AGREEMENT ON THE NILE RIVER BASIN COOPERATIVE FRAMEWORK — Rwanda law | Esheria

AGREEMENT ON THE NILE RIVER BASIN COOPERATIVE FRAMEWORK

This provision says the Framework applies to the use, development, protection, conservation, and management of the Nile River Basin and its resources, and creates an institutional mechanism for cooperation among Nile Basin States.

Jurisdiction
Rwanda
Instrument
Act or statute
Status
In force
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Language
mul
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This provision says the Framework applies to the use, development, protection, conservation, and management of the Nile River Basin and its resources, and creates an institutional mechanism for cooperation among Nile Basin States. This article defines key terms used in the agreement, including the Nile River Basin, the Nile River system, the Framework, Basin State, the Commission, and water security. This article sets general principles for protecting, using, conserving, and developing the Nile River System and its waters. Nile Basin States must use Nile waters fairly and reasonably, consider relevant factors, consult when needed, review water use as conditions change, and follow Commission rules; each Basin State is entitled to an equitable and reasonable share. Nile Basin States must take appropriate measures to prevent significant harm to other Basin States when using Nile water resources.

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