Ministry of Environment and Climate Change highlights protection of local environment
The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) is taking part in the 13th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition( AgriteQ 2026), organised by the Ministry of Municipality at Katara the Cultural Village until February 16. The MoECC is taking part through a dedicated pavilion that showcases its efforts in promoting environmental awareness, supporting sustainability concepts, and protecting biodiversity, reaffirming its role in encouraging environmental innovation and sustainable practices. Dr Farhoud al-Hajri, the director of public relations and communication at the MoECC, said that the participation represents an important opportunity to strengthen engagement with the community and highlight its environmental initiatives. **media[417227]** This, he said, contributes to spreading a culture of sustainability and reinforcing awareness about the importance of protecting natural resources and biodiversity in Qatar. Dr al-Hajri said that the ministry’s pavilion features a variety of wild and invasive plants, along with an introduction to the “Seed Scattering” initiative aimed at supporting natural vegetation cover, and the “Wild Meadows Fencing” initiative, which seeks to protect natural areas and enhance their environmental sustainability. The pavilion also highlights the national campaign to remove the invasive Ghaf tree as part of the ministry’s efforts to limit the spread of non-native species and preserve ecological balance. **media[417226]** In addition, an interactive digital screen displays a map of Qatar showing whale congregation areas, turtle nesting sites, and habitats of dugongs, as well as information about nature reserves, islands, and coral reefs, helping to enhance public awareness of the country’s environmental and marine diversity. Wildlife Department director Khalid al-Mohannadi noted that the ministry’s pavilion reflects its ongoing efforts to protect wildlife and terrestrial and marine ecosystems through initiatives and projects aimed at conserving biodiversity and sustaining natural habitats in line with national environmental strategies. **media[417225]** He stressed that the MoECC’s participation aligns with its vision of strengthening community engagement, highlighting its environmental protection efforts, and encouraging individuals to adopt eco-friendly behaviors that support sustainable development for current and future generations. Al-Mohannadi added that the pavilion showcases the latest environmentally friendly technologies that contribute to achieving sustainable development goals and reinforce Qatar’s position as a leading regional platform in environmental and agricultural work.