Law on Development and Optimization of the Potable Water in Urban and Rural Areas. País/Territorio Irán, República Islámica del Tipo de documento Legislación Fecha 2016 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Fuente original Official Journal, No. 20721, 27 April 2016. Materia Alimentación y nutrición, Agua Palabra clave Agua potable Normas Manejo de recursos hídricos Aguas continentales Instalaciones Abastecimiento de agua Infracciones/sanciones Área geográphica Asia, Mar Caspio, Medio Oriente, Africa del Norte y Cercano Oriente, Golfo Pérsico, Asia Meridional Resumen The purpose of this Act, which consists of 7 articles, is to set provisions regarding development and optimization of potable water in both urban and rural areas of the country. According to the Law, the Ministry of Energy should attempt to decrease the loss of water at least 1% per year in order to meet international standards. National TV channels and Ministry of Obligation shall design programs to promote saving of water and efficient use of water resources. Texto completo Farsi Página web www.dastour.ir