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Qatar Pledges Support for International Efforts to Protect Ocean Health

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Qatar's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, has reaffirmed the country's commitment to supporting international efforts to protect ocean health and ensure the sustainable use of marine resources. In a speech delivered at the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, the Minister emphasized the importance of international cooperation to address the growing challenges threatening the health of marine ecosystems.

Key Takeaways:

  • Qatar has pledged to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 14, which concerns the conservation and sustainable use of oceans, seas, and marine resources.
  • The country aims to protect 30 percent of its marine areas and restore 30 percent of degraded natural habitats by 2030.
  • Qatar has implemented over 100 environmental projects promoting green development, the circular economy, and environmental sustainability practices.
  • The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has launched its 2024-2030 Strategy, which includes ambitious goals such as protecting island and coastal areas, restoring degraded habitats, and protecting endangered species.
  • Qatar has achieved a 100 percent treatment and recycling rate for wastewater, preventing its discharge into the sea, and reusing it for irrigation, cooling, and industrial purposes.
  • The country has launched the Third National Development Strategy (2024), which prioritizes environmental sustainability and green development.

Statistics:

  • 100 percent of Qatar's wastewater is treated and recycled, reaching at least the third level of treatment.
  • Qatar aims to protect 30 percent of its marine areas and restore 30 percent of degraded habitats by 2030.
  • Over 100 environmental projects have been implemented in Qatar to promote green development and the circular economy.
  • The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change's 2024-2030 Strategy includes ambitious goals such as protecting 30 percent of island and coastal areas.
  • Qatar's treatment and re-use of wastewater has ensured that none is discharged into the sea.

Sources:

  • Qatar News Agency (10 Jun 2025) - Speech by HE Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, at the United Nations Ocean Conference.

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