(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Marine Protection Department has participated in a seabed cleanup activity at The Pearl Island.

The event was organized in cooperation with United Development Company (UDC), the master developer of The Pearl and Gewan Islands, as part of the activities of Qatar Sustainability Week.

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The initiative aimed to remove waste from the seabed and promote the concept of social responsibility toward the marine environment, while highlighting the importance of joint efforts between the public and private sectors in protecting the marine ecosystem and preserving biodiversity.

The campaign successfully removed large amounts of metal and plastic waste, which often cause significant harm to the marine environment.

Accordingly, the Ministry affirmed that such initiatives fall within its strategic plan to achieve sustainable development by supporting environmental awareness activities and enhancing community participation in maintaining the cleanliness of Qatar's beaches and territorial waters.

The Ministry further noted that many of its staff members participated in the campaign, alongside a number of volunteers and divers.

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Meanwhile, the United Development Company expressed its pride in partnering with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change in organizing this event. The company praised the fruitful cooperation that contributes to promoting a culture of sustainability and protecting the marine environment in the Pearl and Gewan Islands.

This initiative serves as a model of joint environmental action and reflects the commitment of Qatar's national entities to achieving the environmental development goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.

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