India and Oman Join Forces for Shark and Ray Conservation in the Arabian Sea
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | Joint collaboration between India and Oman for shark and ray conservation. |
| Region | Arabian Sea |
| Organizing Institutes | ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), India; Marine Science and Fisheries Centre, Oman |
| Workshop Location | ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) |
| Key Objectives | Enhance understanding, promote conservation, and facilitate capacity building in elasmobranch research. |
| Key Figures | Dr. A. Gopalakrishnan (CMFRI), Dr. Khalfan Al Rashdi (Oman), Dr. Shoba Joe Kizhakudan (India) |
| Areas of Focus | Shark and ray conservation, regional marine resource management. |
| Future Prospects | Potential expansion to other marine research areas like tunas, mariculture, and biotechnology. |