The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) participated with a delegation in the international conference titled “Climate Change and Natural Disasters in the Euro-Mediterranean Region: Security Impacts and Crisis Management,” held in Rome, Italy, from November 19 to 21, 2024. This participation is part of the council’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its role in addressing international environmental issues.

Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Consultative Council, was invited to speak at the conference, organised by the NATO Science for Peace and Security Programme in collaboration with the Med-Or Foundation and the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The conference brought together a distinguished group of experts, academics, and diplomats from over 15 countries. It focused on discussing the impacts of climate change and natural disasters on regional and international security, with a focus on advanced strategies for prevention and crisis management.

During the opening session, Dr. Al Nuaimi delivered a speech highlighting the UAE’s role in tackling environmental challenges. He discussed national efforts, including promoting sustainability, leveraging technology in crisis management, and implementing renewable energy projects to mitigate the impacts of climate change. He stressed that the UAE is a leading model in addressing environmental crises due to its visionary approach and strong cooperation with international organisations.

The conference also addressed several key issues, including strategies for managing environmental crises using advanced technologies such as satellites and data analysis, the importance of international collaboration to tackle environmental and security challenges in the Mediterranean region—particularly climate change and earthquakes—and the security impacts of natural disasters on communities and infrastructure. Discussions emphasised the need for proactive planning to mitigate these impacts.