

The Regional Environment Day 2022, held under the theme “The Role of Blue Carbon Habitats in Mitigating the Effects of Climate Change,” was conducted virtually. As part of the celebration, ROPME organized children’s drawing and environmental essay competitions to raise awareness about the importance of blue carbon habitats. Member States submitted all entries by email

The CEFAS Regional Workshop on Marine Litter, held from 14 to 16 October 2024, brought together marine scientists, policymakers, and environmental regulators to tackle the escalating crisis of plastic pollution in the region’s waters. Through intensive technical training and collaborative dialogue, the three-day event focused on standardizing monitoring protocols for beach, floating, and seafloor litter.…

The Regional Environmental Day 2023 stood as a powerful testament to the shared commitment of Member States toward protecting our vital marine and coastal ecosystems. Under the spirit of regional cooperation, the event brought together environmental leaders, stakeholders, and communities to address pressing ecological challenges, from habitat degradation to marine pollution. By fostering dialogue and…

The Regional Organization for the Protection of the Marine Environment (ROPME) convened its Sixth Steering Committee Meeting at the ROPME headquarters in Kuwait to advance the preparation of the Strategic Plan 2024–2028. The meeting brought together representatives from all member states, the ROPME Secretariat, and CEFAS, with delegates from the Islamic Republic of Iran participating