Kuwait stresses importance of protecting nature, preserving environment

VIENNA, Sept 25 (KUNA) - Kuwait Environment Public Authority Director-General, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah stressed, Saturday, the importance of protecting nature and preserving the environment.
In a statement to KUNA, on the sidelines of his participation at the World of Hunting and Nature Exhibition, which kicked off today in Hungary, Sheikh Al-Ahmad said that ecological attention has become one of the most important priorities in the government plans.
He also stressed that participation in these international events aims to enhance cooperation with the various leading countries.
Furthermore, he praised the efforts made by the Hungarian government to achieve sustainable development and preserve the natural ecosystem.
The Environment Public Authority is participating in Kuwait's pavilion, which contains brochures and publications on all that Kuwait has contributed to preserving the environment, as well as an explanation of the law of hunting and environmental protection.
The expo will be held for two weeks, and it is one of the largest international exhibitions in the world, sponsored by Hungarian Deputy Prime Minister Gault Simian, with the participation of 98 countries and 1,500 organizations, six conferences, and more than 500 events aimed at promoting the concept of sustainable use of nature. (end) mah.aa