Governor of Asir Region Announces Launch of Saudi Summer 2024 Programhttps://english.aawsat.com/varieties/5035236-governor-asir-region-announces-launch-saudi-summer-2024-program
Governor of Asir Region Announces Launch of Saudi Summer 2024 Program
Asir Summer includes numerous entertainment, cultural, and sporting activities designed to fully exploit the region's potential. - SPA
The Governor of Asir Region and Chairman of its Development Authority, Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, announced the launch of this year's Asir summer season activities as a part of the Saudi Summer 2024 program.
The program will start in early July under the supervision of the Asir Region Development Authority and with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, the Saudi Tourism Authority, and the General Entertainment Authority, SPA reported.
Prince Turki expressed his deep gratitude for the participation of both government and private sectors in launching this season, acknowledging their fundamental contributions to making it a success and introducing new activities to the tourism map.
Asir Summer includes numerous entertainment, cultural, and sporting activities designed to fully exploit the region's potential. The Asir Region Development Authority has prepared and activated these activities for visitors, including concerts in a theater with a capacity of more than 16,000 seats. The most prominent male and female artists in the Arab world will perform from July 5 to August 16. The event also features several accompanying activities, such as circus performances, and comedy shows.
Saudi Arabia Announces Discovery of Largest Sea Turtle Nesting Site in Red Seahttps://english.aawsat.com/varieties/5077500-saudi-arabia-announces-discovery-largest-sea-turtle-nesting-site-red-sea
Sea turtles play a crucial role in the ecosystem, making their survival vital for maintaining environmental balance. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Announces Discovery of Largest Sea Turtle Nesting Site in Red Sea
Sea turtles play a crucial role in the ecosystem, making their survival vital for maintaining environmental balance. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Organization for the Conservation of Coral Reefs and Marine Turtles in the Red Sea (SHAMS), announced the discovery of the largest sea turtle nesting site in Saudi waters, located at the Four Sisters Islands in the Red Sea.
In a statement on Saturday, SHAMS said this significant environmental discovery is part of ongoing initiatives aimed at boosting protection for sea turtles and their habitats in the Red Sea, ensuring their sustainability in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
On this occasion, CEO of SHAMS Dr. Khaled Isfahani confirmed that the Four Sisters Islands have been designated as a species management area to protect the turtles' nesting habitats. This step aligns with environmental goals and contributes to safeguarding biodiversity. These efforts are part of a broader plan to turn 30 percent of Saudi Arabia's land and sea areas into nature reserves by 2030.
The Four Sisters Islands—Marmar, Dahreb, Malathu, and Jadir—are renowned for their high concentration of sea turtle nesting sites. (SPA)
The Four Sisters Islands—Marmar, Dahreb, Malathu, and Jadir—are renowned for their high concentration of sea turtle nesting sites. To date, over 2,500 turtle nests have been recorded on these islands, establishing them as a crucial breeding ground for endangered sea turtles in the Red Sea.
Remarkably, the sea turtles consistently return to these same nesting sites each year, underscoring the vital need to preserve these areas for the survival of these species. Furthermore, the islands host an exceptional number of endangered green turtles and critically endangered hawksbill turtles, making them some of the most significant sea turtle nesting sites in the region.
Isfahani said the organization is currently developing a comprehensive management strategy to safeguard sea turtle nesting sites along the Red Sea coast. Thanks to the diligent work of SHAMS' environmental expert teams, over 180 nesting sites have been identified.
This discovery is part of SHAMS' mission to protect the unique marine life in the Red Sea. (SPA)
The plan also aims to boost sustainable tourism and entertainment opportunities around this unique marine ecosystem, he added. This initiative helps enrich the protected area and ensures that sea turtles continue to thrive in their natural habitats, promoting environmental sustainability.
This discovery is part of SHAMS' mission to protect the unique marine life in the Red Sea. Sea turtles play a crucial role in the ecosystem, making their survival vital for maintaining environmental balance. The effort aligns with the Saudi Green Initiative and Vision 2030, reflecting a national commitment to safeguarding Saudi Arabia's natural heritage and marine biodiversity.
