The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Environmental Monitoring and Inspection Department and the Wildlife Development Department, participated in a workshop organized by the Regional Organization for the Protection of the Marine Environment (ROPME) titled "Non-Indigenous Invasive Species in the Arabian Sea Region of Oman".The workshop aimed to raise awareness about the environmental impacts of invasive species on the marine environment. It included discussions on the current status of these species and an overview of field action plans.The program also included training for representatives of member countries on classifying invasive species using advanced assessment tools such as the "Species Invasiveness Screening Kit (SK-ISK)" application, which helps assess the impact of invasive species on marine ecosystems.This participation is part of the Ministry's commitment to supporting regional efforts to enhance marine environmental protection and developing national capacities to address biodiversity challenges and environmental risks arising from invasive species.