TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The Ministry of Economic Affairs said Tuesday that it will expand daily water supply by 1.33 million metric tons by 2031 to support industrial projects.

The ministry made the announcement at the Cabinet’s economic development committee advisory meeting, chaired by Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰), per CNA. The session focused on progress across six major industrial clusters.

The ministry noted that climate change and rapid industrial expansion have driven the government to accelerate water infrastructure investment. It added that projects under the Forward-looking Infrastructure Development Program have boosted nationwide daily water supply by 2.37 million metric tons.

The Water Resources Agency explained that projects launched since 2017 span supply expansion and backup systems. By the end of last year, cumulative capacity had risen 22%, leaving current regional supplies sufficient, it said.

The agency said stabilization efforts will focus on diversified water sources and advanced water-production technologies. Ongoing projects include pipeline upgrades, reclaimed water plants, and desalination facilities.

By 2031, officials said, the added capacity will lift Taiwan’s water supply backup rate from 48% to 60%. The increase is expected to strengthen resilience against drought and climate-related disruptions.