AMMAN — During the 20th ministerial meeting of the
Regional Organization for the Conservation of the Environment of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden (PERSGA), held in Hurghada, Egypt,
Minister of Environment Muawieh
Radiadeh emphasized the resilience and capacity of the Gulf of Aqaba's coral reefs
to withstand
climate change, supported by scientific studies. The meeting
brought together environmental ministers from the Kingdom, Egypt, Saudi Arabia,
Yemen, Sudan, Somalia, and Djibouti.
اضافة اعلان
Safeguard the Red
Sea’s biodiversity
During the meeting, Minister Radiadeh praised Djibouti's past
presidency and the ongoing efforts of the organization in implementing
pioneering programs for protecting the
Red Sea's environment, with a special
focus on the blue economy
and sustainable fishing. He emphasized the need for
regional collaboration to
address environmental challenges and safeguard the Red Sea's biodiversity, with
scientific studies supporting the adaptability of
Gulf of Aqaba's coral reefs
to climate changes, Al-Mamlaka TV reported.
On the
regional organization's 40th anniversary he highlighted the importance of
diversifying funding sources through environmental funds and establishing a
clear regional strategy for
sustainable development. He also stressed the
significance of coordinating national and regional efforts in mutually relevant
topics to maximize the benefits of various programs and projects.
Enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Jordan
Meanwhile,
he discussed environmental issues with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Environment,
Water, and Agriculture with a focus on enhancing cooperation between the two
sister countries. They particularly addressed protecting the Red Sea's
environment, biodiversity, natural reserves, and Jordan's efforts in hosting
the 16th Conference of the Parties to the
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).
Hurghada to protect coral reliefs by submerging military equipment
Furthermore,
the
Egyptian Ministry of Environment launched a project in Hurghada to protect
coral reefs and alleviate pressure on diving sites by submerging military
equipment, which enhances the coral reefs’ condition.
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