Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has dived into the blue waters of the Emirates to mark the opening of a Dubai Reef project, the world’s largest marine reef development project.
Sheikh Hamdan was accompanied by Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, on a diving expedition.
Taking to X, Sheikh Hamdan shared a video and captioned it saying, “I was happy to be joined by @RayDalio for an unforgettable diving expedition, marking the inauguration of ‘Dubai Reef’ – the world’s largest marine conservation initiative.”
“This project promises a host of benefits for marine biodiversity, our planet’s health, and economic prosperity,” he added.
“It’s a testament to Dubai’s commitment to sustainability and serves as a blueprint for global environmental projects.”
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Dubai Reef initiative aims to create over 400,000 cubic meters of reefs using over 20,000 artificial modules in four phases from 2024 to 2027.
Dubai is implementing a project to enhance fish stocks, promote sustainable fishing, and enhance food security.
The launch is part of global efforts to combat the concerning decline in coral reefs.
