The Emirates Park Zoo and the Environment Friends Society signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation and strategic partnership in areas of common interest. The signing took place during the Earth Hour event, which was held under the title: “. I will if you Will. Challenges across the globe.

The event, which was held at the Emirates Park Zoo Headquarters in Abu Dhabi, was attended by Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of State and Board of Trustees Chairman for the Emirates Park Zoo; Dr. Ibrahim Ali Mohammad Al Bloushi, Chairman of the Environment Friends Society; Lt. Colonel Faisal Mohammad Al Shammari, member of the society; and a number of members.

The MoU was signed by Major General Nasser Lakhrebani Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Office, and Dr. Ibrahim Ali Mohammad; both highlighted the importance of joint cooperation for preserving the environment. The lights of the park were switched off and it was re-lit with organic candles in observance of the Earth Hour global campaign to raise awareness about global warming, reduce energy usage, and protect the environment. It was organized by the park management in cooperation with the Environment Friends Society.

The Earth Hour event commenced with the UAE National Anthem, followed by a speech by Major General Al Nuaimi in which he stated: “The UAE has achieved great progress in the economic, social, and security fields. Thus, it has become necessary to focus attention on other society-related issues to keep pace with the progress achieved at various levels. Among these important issues is conservation of environment and taking care of and showing sympathy to animals.

He referred to the importance of garnering national efforts in order to build generations with comprehensive awareness, especially with relation to the environment and sustainable development. He reiterated the need to empower these generations to face present and future challenges.

Dr. Ibrahim Ali Mohammad, Chairman of the Environment Friends Society also delivered a speech in which he appreciated the efforts of Major General Al Nuaimi for his continuous support of the Environment Friends Society and his interest in environmental issues.

At the end of the ceremony, Minister Sultan Al Jaber, accompanied by Dr. Ibrahim Ali Mohammad, honored the participants and the strategic partners.

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