Zulal Resort hosts mangrove planting event

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar’s largest wellness destination, hosted a mangrove planting event in collaboration with the Thai embassy, in its capacity as chair of the Asean Committee in Doha (ACD) for 2025.The initiative underscores the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean)’s shared commitment to environmental sustainability and supports Qatar’s ongoing efforts in mangrove conservation, a statement said.The event brought together diplomats and representatives from Asean member states, including: ambassadors Sira Swangsilpa (Thailand), Mohamed Bahrim Abu Baker (Brunei Darussalam), Ridwan Hassan (Indonesia), Pong Kok Tian (Singapore), and Nguyen Huy Hiep (Vietnam), with charges d'affaires Maryam Masyitah Ahmad Termizi (Malaysia) and Cassandra B Sawadjaan (Philippines).The gathering highlighted the importance of ecological preservation with participants planting mangroves, a vital natural resource for coastal protection, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity."Just as mangroves create vital ecosystems, we believe in fostering connections – between people, nature, and sustainable living,” said Zulal Wellness Resort general manager Ammar Samad. "The collaboration with Asean partners reflects this shared vision for a healthier future.”"Mangroves are not just trees, they are lifelines for our ecosystem, and today’s effort is a testament to collective action for a greener future,” he said.ACD 2025 chair and Thai ambassador Swangsilpa stated that the mangrove planting activity symbolises Asean’s united commitment to environmental responsibility in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030’s environmental conservation priority."Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som stands as a testament to the valued partnership between Thailand’s Chiva-Som and Msheireb Properties, uniting our shared values of wellness, sustainability, and innovation,” the envoy said."Zulal has been a key partner of the embassy, actively supporting our efforts to promote Thai hospitality and environmental conservation efforts,” Swangsilpa continued. "Together, we aim to contribute to the preservation of Qatar’s natural environment and strengthen the spirit of community and environmental stewardship among the members of Asean Committee in Doha.”