- Date: June 6th, 2023
- Venue: Blue Meeting Rooms, Hilton Colombo
- Sponsors:
- China Sri Lanka Joint Center for Education and Research (CSL-CER), University of Ruhuna (UOR)
- South China Sea Institute of Oceanology (SCSIO), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)
- Host: CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd.
- Purpose: Promote understanding and conservation of coral reef ecosystems
- Participants: Scientists, marine biologists, environmentalists
- Focus Areas:
- Knowledge sharing and exchange of ideas
- Strategies for safeguarding coral reefs
- Topics Covered:
- Biodiversity of coral reefs
- Impact of climate change and pollution
- Innovative conservation approaches
- Current and future aspects of coral reefs in Sri Lanka
- Format:
- Presentations
- Interactive sessions
- Outcome: Empowerment of participants with tools for coral reef protection and preservation
- Overall Aim: Foster understanding and conservation efforts for fragile underwater habitats
