Saudi National Center for Wildlife Releases 34 Endangered Species

20 antelopes and 14 birds, including eagles and owls, were released into the reserve's land and sky - SPA
20 antelopes and 14 birds, including eagles and owls, were released into the reserve's land and sky - SPA
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Saudi National Center for Wildlife Releases 34 Endangered Species

20 antelopes and 14 birds, including eagles and owls, were released into the reserve's land and sky - SPA
20 antelopes and 14 birds, including eagles and owls, were released into the reserve's land and sky - SPA

The Saudi National Center for Wildlife released on Wednesday 34 wild species in the Ibex Protected Area, located approximately 180 km from Riyadh.

The initiative is part of the center's program to resettle endangered species, rehabilitate ecosystems and enhance biodiversity in the Kingdom.
According to SPA, 20 antelopes and 14 birds, including eagles and owls, were released into the reserve's land and sky.
National Center for Wildlife CEO Dr. Mohammed Qurban highlighted that the release of these endangered wildlife species in the Ibex Protected Area reflects the center's commitment to sustaining wildlife and preserving ecosystems and their biodiversity.

This effort aligns with the national strategy for environmental preservation and the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in creating a positive and appealing environment while improving the quality of life.



Saudi Arabia Takes Part in 64th COPUOS Legal Subcommittee Session in Vienna

A drone view shows cityscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025 REUTERS/Mohammed Benmansour
A drone view shows cityscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025 REUTERS/Mohammed Benmansour
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Saudi Arabia Takes Part in 64th COPUOS Legal Subcommittee Session in Vienna

A drone view shows cityscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025 REUTERS/Mohammed Benmansour
A drone view shows cityscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025 REUTERS/Mohammed Benmansour

Saudi Arabia, represented by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) and the Saudi Space Agency (SSA), participated in the 64th session of the Legal Subcommittee of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), held in Vienna, Austria, from May 5 to 16, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

The session aimed to address legal issues related to space activities, including the legal aspects of the use of outer space and the challenges arising from commercial activities and space debris.

The session witnessed discussions and a general exchange of views on several topics related to the peaceful use of outer space, a review of the status and application of the five United Nations treaties related to outer space, and the definition and delimitation of outer space, in addition to various other topics.

COPUOS was established by the UN General Assembly more than 65 years ago and is headquartered in Vienna. The committee began with 24 member states and has since expanded to 102, making it one of the larger UN committees.

The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) serves as the committee’s secretariat.