His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Consultative Council, was invited to speak at the conference, organised by the NATO Science for Peace and Security Programme in collaboration with the Med-Or Foundation and the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The conference brought together a distinguished group of experts, academics, and diplomats from over 15 countries. It focused on discussing the impacts of climate change and natural disasters on regional and international security, with a focus on advanced strategies for prevention and crisis management.
Dr. Nuaimi was accompanied by members of the Consultative Council, including Engineer Jamila Al Fandi Al Shamsi, Rashid Abdullah bin Huwiden, and Dr. Hind Saleh Al Hajri. Also attending the conference was His Excellency Abdullah Ali Al Sabousi, the UAE Ambassador to Italy.
During the opening session, Dr. Al Nuaimi delivered a speech highlighting the UAE's role in tackling environmental challenges. He discussed national efforts, including promoting sustainability, leveraging technology in crisis management, and implementing renewable energy projects to mitigate the impacts of climate change. He stressed that the UAE is a leading model in addressing environmental crises due to its visionary approach and strong cooperation with international organisations.
The conference also addressed several key issues, including strategies for managing environmental crises using advanced technologies such as satellites and data analysis, the importance of international collaboration to tackle environmental and security challenges in the Mediterranean region—particularly climate change and earthquakes—and the security impacts of natural disasters on communities and infrastructure. Discussions emphasised the need for proactive planning to mitigate these impacts.
Additionally, the Consultative Council delegation participated in panel discussions focusing on environmental security and the role of civil entities in enhancing effective disaster response. The participation of the Consultative Council underscored the UAE's leadership in addressing environmental crises and highlighted the importance of collective efforts to confront the challenges posed by climate change. The discussions emphasised the need to adopt modern technologies and stimulate scientific research to support crisis management strategies.
The conference concluded with recommendations focused on strengthening international cooperation in environmental innovation, developing proactive crisis management plans, and utilising modern technologies to address natural disasters. The event provided an ideal platform for exchanging ideas and experiences, thus enhancing global efforts to protect the environment and bolster regional and international security.
Dr. Al Nuaimi emphasised the importance of the council's participation in international conferences discussing environmental and climate issues. He noted that climate change and natural disasters have become global challenges that require collective action and international coordination. He explained that the council's participation in this conference is part of its ongoing commitment to exchanging expertise with global organisations and developing innovative strategies to address environmental challenges. He further highlighted that the Sharjah Consultative Council is dedicated to supporting efforts aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability and effective crisis management, in line with its vision to foster international cooperation and ensure a safe and sustainable future for future generations.
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