Environment ministry begins coral reef clean-up drive in Oman

Muscat: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA) has resumed its "Clean Seas" initiative by carrying out coral reef cleaning campaigns in Damaniyat Island Reserves, the Ministry has announced.
As part of this drive, fishing nets that were stuck on coral reefs in Damaniyat Island Reserves were cleared. This was done in participation with the Undersecretaries of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs, the crew of Oman Aquarium Company and a number of volunteers.
According to a MECA official, "The aim of these campaigns is to keep Omani seas clean from all waste, especially the residues of various fishing tools such as nets, cages, etc. It also seeks to raise the awareness of the community about the importance of preserving the marine environment and encouraging the participation of various governmental agencies and private sector institutions.
This campaign was launched by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) to involve various sectors in the field of environmental protection.