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Saudi Red Sea mapping and biodiversity studies boost marine protection efforts

Saudi Arabia is advancing its marine protection efforts in the Red Sea through an integrated knowledge system that blends scientific research, environmental conservation, and economic development. Recent studies have mapped extensive seabed areas and documented diverse marine species, including previously undescribed ones, while initiatives like the Blue Holes marine reserve and advanced technologies such as AI in coral analysis enhance conservation strategies in support of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.

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Pakistani Astronaut to Join China's Next Space-station Mission

A Pakistani astronaut will become the first foreigner to visit China's space station when they join the country's next mission into orbit, Beijing's manned space agency said on Saturday. Pakistan and China are close diplomatic and strategic partners, and signed a deal in February 2025 setting up a Chinese government training program for Pakistani astronauts. The Pakistani astronaut will take off with the Shenzhou-24 crew, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) said on social media.

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