Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the celebration of “International Day for Biological Diversity”, which falls on the 22nd of May every year.
The celebration aims to develop a balanced relationship between human beings and the environment and raise public awareness about this approach under the slogan "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development."
The celebration of the World Biodiversity Day also highlights the efforts of countries around the world in protecting wildlife. It underlines the importance of protecting ecosystems due to their central role in addressing challenges to the environment, the climate and the economy.
The Environment Authority has established good grounds for preserving biodiversity in the Sultanate of Oman through field studies aimed at surveying the status quo of biodiversity in wildlife habitats in all governorates of the Sultanate of Oman.
Towards this end, the Authority implements plans and projects on the protection of endangered species in the Omani environment, notably by devising a national biodiversity strategy, surveying arthropods and assessing the condition of other endangered species (plant and animal) in different habitats.
Besides being an obligation and a commitment, the protection of biodiversity constitutes a strategic investment in the health of human beings and the economy. It contributes to building a sustainable future based on adapting to global challenges and striking a balance between natural resources’ exploitation and conservation.
Environment protection is in line with Oman Vision 2040, which places environmental sustainability at the heart of its development plans.
Oman Observer is now on the WhatsApp channel. Click here
