The MoU aims to explore collaboration in sustainability and environmental protection
The Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to explore aspects of cooperation in biodiversity sustainability, support for marine environment protection initiatives.
The MoU was jointly signed by Mohammed Al-Nasser, CEO, SRSA, and Dr. Tony Chan, President, KAUST.
The MoU aims to explore collaboration in various areas, including identifying and ensuring the sustainability of existing biodiversity along the Red Sea coast in Saudi Arabia, exchanging information and expertise, and providing studies, reports, and consultations. Additionally, it aims to support marine environment protection initiatives.
The MoU also outlines cooperation to assess the impact of tourism activities on the marine environment, as well as to evaluate environmental and economic factors, update information on new international standards, regulations, or technologies, and explore ways to strengthen marine environmental protection in the face of expanding industries.