Oman and South Korea Forge Pact for Enhanced Green Collaboration

The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Korea have officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance their bilateral relations and foster cooperation aimed at tackling issues related to environment, climate change, and sustainable development. This pivotal agreement was signed during the Seventh United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) in Nairobi, Kenya.

The MoU is designed to establish a durable partnership based on mutual interests and equality, prioritizing environmental protection and the well-being of both current and future generations. It encourages collaborative efforts at both the bilateral and international levels to meet growing global environmental challenges, emphasizing a strengthened environmental alliance between the two nations.

Representing Oman was Dr. Abdullah bin Ali Al Amri, Chairman of the Environment Authority, while Korea's delegation was led by Kum Hanseung, Vice Minister of Climate, Energy, and Environment.

The framework identifies essential areas for collaboration, including the management of air quality, water resources, biodiversity protection, combating desertification, and promoting circular economy practices and waste management. The agreement also includes the development of climate action strategies such as carbon reduction technologies and initiatives for transitioning to a green economy, notably through hydrogen energy and green building projects.

Further, the MoU outlines specific methods of cooperation, which encompass the exchange of information and expertise, training staff, creating joint projects, and conducting seminars and workshops. These initiatives aim to bolster knowledge sharing and technical proficiency between the two countries, ultimately promoting sustainable growth and environmental resilience.