Yemen participates in the first Oasis Forum in Malaysia on the Blue Economy.

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Arabian Sea - Yemen - Follow-ups: The Republic of Yemen participated today in the first (OASIS) Forum on the Blue Economy and Sustainable Development Opportunities, held in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, with a delegation headed by the Yemeni Ambassador to Malaysia, Dr. Adel Bahumaid. The forum, held from September 11 to 13 under the slogan "Entrepreneurship and Youth Participation in the Blue Economy," with the participation of a selection of young leaders from Yemen, the Gulf countries, and Arab countries bordering the Red Sea, aimed to empower youth, stimulate entrepreneurship, and enhance regional and international cooperation in order to build a more sustainable future for the region. In his speech during the opening session, Bahumaid praised the cognitive and skill diversity shown by participants from various countries, and what this represents in terms of intellectual richness that reflects the importance of involving young people in shaping the future of the blue economy and enhancing its role in sustainable development. He stressed that the blue economy is no longer a secondary option, but has become a strategic necessity adopted by countries around the world. He pointed out that the Arab region, especially Yemen, is in dire need of in-depth studies and applied research to explore the potential of this vital sector, in order to develop renewable energy, support small and medium enterprises, and maintain environmental balance, which embodies the essence of true sustainability. Ambassador Bahumaid stressed the importance of developing adaptive leadership among young people, in light of the rapid transformations and complex challenges facing the world. He called for empowering emerging leaders with the tools of adaptation without losing direction, and encouraging them to lead change in a responsible and conscious manner. The convening of this forum comes at a time when the importance of adopting integrated policies that balance the requirements of economic growth and the protection of the marine environment is increasing, in light of the challenges such as maritime security, marine pollution, ecosystem degradation, overfishing, and climate change.