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RIYADH: Prince Khalid bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense, held a phone conversation on Thursday with his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The two officials reviewed the longstanding fraternal relations between Saudi Arabia and Qatar in the defense sector and explored ways to further strengthen cooperation.
They also discussed regional and international developments of mutual interest.
RIYADH: The National Center for Wildlife released 140 wild animals into the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve as part of ongoing programs to reintroduce endangered species. The initiatives aim to enhance ecological balance and restore biodiversity in natural habitats.
The release, carried out in cooperation with the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority, included 30 Arabian oryx, 70 reem gazelles (sand gazelles), and 40 houbara bustards, the SPA reported on Thursday.
The initiative forms part of efforts to reintroduce species to their natural habitats and establish stable, self-sustaining wildlife populations capable of breeding, contributing to improved ecosystem functioning and sustainability.
The NCW continues to implement its strategic plans for wildlife development, with the total number of animals reintroduced through its specialized programs now exceeding 10,000.
This milestone reflects significant progress in the management and governance of wildlife across the Kingdom, supporting the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative and aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
