<p class="MsoNormal" dir="RTL" style="text-align: left;"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Amman - RSCN<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Royal Society for the Conservation of
Nature (RSCN), in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Valencia and
the Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative "MedWet," proudly presents the
launch of a 3D brochure featuring the map of Azraq Wetland Reserve.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">This initiative, conducted under the
auspices of the Ministry of Ecological Transition of Spain and the Ramsar
Convention, aims to promote wetland conservation by utilizing interactive maps,
raising local and global awareness about the region's environmental, social,
and economic significance.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Moreover, it highlights vital
landmarks, trails, and services within and around the reserve. The brochure was
officially unveiled in the presence of esteemed professors from the Polytechnic
University of Valencia, specializing in environment, architecture, and design.
Representatives from the Ministry of Environment, the Tourism Promotion
Authority, and local organizations dedicated to promoting the reserve also
attended the event.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">RSCN plans to distribute 100 printed
copies of the brochure in addition to making the soft copy version available on
the RSCN website. This comprehensive brochure serves as a valuable resource for
individuals interested in gaining in-depth knowledge about the Azraq Reserve,
covering its environmental, economic, social, and historical aspects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Mr. Fadi Al-Nasser, the
Director-General of the RSCN, expressed his pride in partnering with the
Polytechnic University of Valencia and the MedWet initiative for the launch of
the 3D brochure featuring the Azraq Wetland Reserve map; he emphasized the
importance of this step in educating the public and visitors about the
significance of preserving this vital ecosystem and promoting sustainable
tourism in the region.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Furthermore, Mr. Hazem Al-Huraisha,
the Manager &nbsp;of Azraq wetland reserve,
highlighted the brochure's role in showcasing eco-tourism programs and
activities offered by the Azraq Wetland Reserve. It serves as an effective
marketing tool, promoting the reserve's tourism offerings while highlighting
the region's environmental, cultural, and historical values. The brochure
includes maps that aid visitors in selecting their desired services and
navigating the area.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></span></p><p>































</p><p class="MsoNormal" align="right" dir="RTL" style="text-align:left"><span dir="LTR" style="font-size:14.0pt;line-height:115%">Established in 1978 by RSCN, the
Azraq Wetland Reserve spans over an area of 12,000 dunums. It was declared the
first wetland area of global importance on the African-Eurasian migration route
in Jordan (Ramsar) in 1977. The reserve has gained both local and global
recognition as a significant resting and observation site for migratory birds.
It has received numerous international awards and honors, including recognition
as one of the 100 best sustainable sites worldwide by the International Green
Sites Organization. Additionally, it has been listed as a "Green
List" area by the International Union for Conservation of Nature IUCN.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></span></p>