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Arab News
05-05-2025
- Science
- Arab News
UNESCO delegation visits North Riyadh Geopark after global network listing
RIYADH: UNESCO's Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences, Lidia Brito, visited North Riyadh Geopark on Sunday, praising the destination for preserving both nature and history. The UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization designated North Riyadh Geopark in April as part of its Global Geoparks Network, which aims to protect geological heritage sites and promote sustainable development. Hussam Zuhair Al-Turki, director of the Saudi Geoparks Initiative, and Hamoud Alnughaymishi, director of the Science Sector at the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, accompanied Brito during her visit. They explored significant geological features at the North Riyadh Geopark, including the Abu Shaddad Cave and the Edge of the World cliff. They also stopped to explore Ghamra Village, known for its natural adventure routes on the outskirts of Riyadh. Brito said that the North Riyadh Geopark showcases the natural and cultural diversity of Saudi Arabia, and will enhance eco-tourism in the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported. In April, UNESCO designated North Riyadh Geopark and Salma Geopark as part of its Global Geoparks Network. The Kingdom hopes to register 13 other sites on UNESCO's network, the SPA added.
Al-Ahram Weekly
09-04-2025
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt's Khaled El-Enany outlines strategic vision in bid for UNESCO leadership
Egypt's candidate for the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Director-General post, Khaled El-Enany, presented his candidacy and strategic vision to members of UNESCO's Executive Board in Paris on Wednesday. 'Today, I had the honour and privilege to present my vision to the esteemed members of UNESCO's Executive Board,' El-Enany wrote on his official Facebook page. He said the session marked a significant milestone in a remarkable journey he began two years ago, driven by a strong belief in the transformative power of dialogue. 'A journey where I traveled to over 45 countries, listening and engaging with officials, students, academics, artists, journalists, and civil society to get a firm grasp on the real needs and priorities of people,' he added. El-Enany emphasised that his campaign for the top UNESCO post is founded on transparency, inclusivity, and active listening. 'After today's exchanges, I am more determined than ever to continue my transparent and inclusive journey to get in touch with the hopes and aspirations of every member state,' he wrote. He pledged that his mission will focus on dialogue and engagement, aiming to foster trust and, above all, to realise the vision of 'A UNESCO for the People.' El-Enany, a prominent Egyptian academic and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, is widely recognised for advocating international cooperation in education and science. His candidacy positions Egypt again at the forefront of multilateral diplomacy within UNESCO, an organisation Egypt helped found. In 2009, Egypt nominated former Minister of Culture Farouk Hosny for the post of UNESCO director-general. He lost his bid to Bulgarian former foreign minister Irina Bokova. In 2017, politician and diplomat Moushira Khattab was also nominated by Egypt for the post. However, she lost her bid to the current UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azouly. The final selection of the next Director-General is expected later this year. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Zawya
10-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
India Energy Week highlights art of sustainability
India Energy Week, the world's second-largest energy event taking place in New Delhi this week, will have an unusual element at such largely technical gatherings – the art of sustainability. About 300 traditional Indian artisans will demonstrate the use of natural energy sources and minimal machinery to show the global energy industry how tradition and innovation can be blended in the new millennium of artificial intelligence, digitalisation, and maritime decarbonisation. The focus on the art of sustainability in the global energy world is being undertaken under the auspices of Dastkari Haat Samiti, a 40-year-old association of India's craftspeople. It sustains thousands of families across India through traditional crafts. It is supported by the United Nations Development Programme, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and the World Bank. At a sprawling exhibition, which is part of the India Energy Week, there will be demonstrations by Dastkari Haat Samiti members of India's rich craft practices.
