Saudi Red Sea Authority Unveils New Partnership to Safeguard Marine Ecosystem and Boost Sustainable Tourism

The MoU was signed by Mr. Mohammed Al-Nasser, CEO of SRSA, and Eng. Ali Al-Ghamdi, CEO of the National Center for Environmental Compliance, marking the start of a robust partnership aimed at addressing environmental concerns and fostering eco-friendly tourism practices in the region.

The collaboration between the two entities aligns with SRSA's core mission to regulate navigational and marine tourism activities, ensuring the protection of the marine ecosystem. This partnership will focus on developing policies, strategies, and programs that govern marine activities, including issuing environmental permits, ensuring environmental standards, and improving marina operations in coordination with other relevant authorities.

A key feature of this MoU is the improved coordination between SRSA and the National Center for Environmental Compliance in the issuance of environmental permits. This initiative aims to reduce administrative barriers, enhance environmental oversight, and use electronic systems to streamline the approval process.

The partnership extends beyond regulatory measures, incorporating research, innovation, and the promotion of environmental awareness. By collaborating on capacity-building initiatives and training programs, the two organizations aim to empower local communities and stakeholders with the knowledge and tools needed to protect the marine environment.