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Malaysian Ambassador Visits King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2023

Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom - SPA
Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom - SPA
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Malaysian Ambassador Visits King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2023

Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom - SPA
Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom - SPA

The Malaysian Ambassador to the Kingdom, Datuk Wan Zaidi Wan Abdullah, visited the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2023 in Malham, north of Riyadh on Wednesday. The festival is organized by the Saudi Falcons Club.

The ambassador was briefed on the festival's facilities, committee operations and the use of advanced technology in organizing competitions, according to SPA.

Additionally, the ambassador closely monitored various aspects of the King Abdulaziz Cup across multiple competition categories.

The Melwah race (falcon calling) and falcon beauty pageant competition were highlighted to the ambassador during his visit.

The Saudi Falcons Club has allocated over 33.6 million Riyals in financial awards for these competitions, solidifying the festival's status as the world's largest gathering of falcons.

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Endangered Species Return to Natural Habitat at Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Reserve

The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve is the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom - SPA
The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve is the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom - SPA
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Endangered Species Return to Natural Habitat at Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Reserve

The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve is the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom - SPA
The Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve is the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom - SPA

The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority, in collaboration with the National Center for Wildlife, reintroduced endangered species by releasing 30 Arabian oryx, 10 Arabian gazelles, 50 sand gazelles, and five red-necked ostriches into their natural habitats.
According to SPA, the initiative is aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, restoring ecological balance within the reserve by enhancing the role of the species in their ecosystems, and raising environmental awareness, highlighting the authority's commitment to protecting endangered species.
Through its various programs, the authority seeks to increase community awareness of wildlife, support biodiversity protection, and create a sustainable environment for wildlife reproduction and conservation.
Covering an area of 91,500 square kilometers, the Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve is the second largest royal reserve in the Kingdom. It is home to various wildlife and plant species, making it an ideal destination for hiking, wilderness adventures, camping, and sustainable hunting.