Cairo: The third International Conference on Climate and Environment will kick off Tuesday at the Arab League General Secretariat headquarters in Cairo. Senior officials, experts, and specialists in climate action and development are expected to attend.
According to Qatar News Agency, the two-day conference will highlight the importance of collective action to confront environmental challenges and promote sustainability in the Arab region. It will also discuss national and regional strategies for addressing climate change, along with various related topics such as water resource management, plastic pollution, and sustainable cities.
In a statement on Monday, HE Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the Economic Affairs Sector at the Arab League, Ambassador Ali bin Ibrahim Al Malki, said the conference coincides with World Environment Day on June 5 each year. He added that the event aims to raise awareness of climate and environmental issues, shed light on projects that achieve sustainable development goals, and launch several initiatives.