Ministry of Climate Change and Environment concludes national workshop to update the national biodiversity strategy 2031

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment concludes national workshop to update the national biodiversity strategy 2031

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Today marked the conclusion of the activities of the second national workshop to update the National Biodiversity Strategy 2031, organized by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment over three days at the Habtoor Polo Resort in Dubai.

The second national workshop aims to develop a national strategy and action plan that meets international commitments towards biodiversity and aligns with the leadership directions and national policies to achieve the UAE's centennial goals. This is done by staying updated with the latest developments, discussing the outputs of the working groups regarding the update of the National Biodiversity Strategy, and exploring the best environmental practices related to the development and enhancement of this vital sector in the country, ensuring its sustainability. All of this falls within the framework of sustainability and the country's preparations for the Conference of the Parties (COP28).

The workshop was attended by His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Salman Alhammadi, Assistant Undersecretary for the Biodiversity and Marine Life Sector at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Geetha Nayak the Regional Coordinator for Biodiversity and Ecosystems at the United Nations Environment Programme West Asia Office, and representatives from several ministries including the Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior,