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His Excellency Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture and Chairman of
the UAE National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, stated: “The founding

meeting of the Oceanographic Commission represents a significant milestone in the UAE’s
ongoing commitment to supporting UNESCO’s programmes, particularly in the vital field of ocean

sciences, which has become a global priority. At the National Commission, we remain dedicated
to strengthening the UAE’s presence on international scientific and cultural platforms through

active collaboration with both local and global partners.”

Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and the
Environment said: “We are proud to contribute to this important scientific event, which reflects

the UAE’s forward-looking vision to protect the marine environment and advance regional
research in ocean sciences. Our collaboration with UNESCO and participating nations underscores

our shared commitment to building a sustainable future for marine ecosystems.”

His Excellency Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority,

stated: “The meeting aligns with Ras Al Khaimah’s broader strategy to support environmental and

scientific initiatives while reinforcing the Emirate’s position as a global hub for sustainable events.
We are proud to provide a welcoming and enabling environment that fosters meaningful scientific

dialogue, with the potential to positively impact coastal communities in the UAE and across the

region.”

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