He described the Caspian Sea as the world’s largest enclosed waters and not only as a general natural heritage of five coastal countries, but also as a symbol of solidarity, civilization and the economic prosperity of the region.
The text of the message from the Iranian Special Representative for the Caspian Sea Issues is as follows:
As the world’s largest enclosed waters, the Caspian Sea is not only a shared natural heritage of five coastal nations, but also a symbol of solidarity, civilization and regional economic prosperity.
International Sea of Caspia Day, celebrated annually on August 12th, is an opportunity to renew our commitment to protecting this unique ecosystem.
In 2003, the Caspian Coast States took an important step in Caspian environmental cooperation by signing a Framework Convention to protect the marine environment of the Caspian Sea (Treaty of Tehran).
The anniversary of the outbreak of this treaty on August 11, 2006 was designated International Caspian Day, with the common belief that it preserves the oceans for future generations and attracts global attention to its vulnerable ecosystems.
This ocean’s rich waters and ecosystem is a haven for rare aquatic species and is the source of life for those who lived on the coast for centuries. Biodiversity in the Caspian Sea is a valuable treasure that must be preserved through national efforts and international cooperation.
In recent years, oil pollution, coastal habitat destruction and overfishing have become serious threats to the survival of the Caspian Sea. Climate change and rising temperatures are also exacerbating significant water level conditions. It is time to stop the process of destruction by adopting scientific and practical solutions.
The Caspian Sea is currently facing an astonishing drop in water levels. This phenomenon not only threatens the unique aquatic organisms and vegetation in the region, but also affects the lives of millions of people in coastal countries.
It is time for coastal countries to take measures in solidarity and responsibility to save this natural heritage. We all know that protecting the Caspian Sea is protecting the future.
Cooperation between coastal countries in Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan is key to successful protection of the Caspian Sea. Development of regional treaties, increasing the exchange of scientific data, and promoting tourism based on sustainable development will help restore this ecosystem.
The role of universities, research centers and environmental associations in generating knowledge and raising awareness of society is extremely important. Investing in new technologies for pollution monitoring and wise management of water resources is a prerequisite for balanced development on the Caspian Sea coast.
The public awareness and education of future generations will be a strong barrier to Vanton’s destruction.
Children and young people who will become aware of the Caspian Sea today will become responsible guardians of this sea tomorrow.
International Caspian Sea Day is an important opportunity for nature and those living on this sea coast.
With empathy and collective will, preserve the God-given wealth of the Caspian Sea for future generations and build something sustainable tomorrow.
MNA/IRN