Ready. Egypt has declared the Red Sea's "Greatest Coral Archipelago" a new nature reserve, which is an important step to preserve this unique marine ecosystem.
The Great Archipelago Reserve is a project to declare a natural reef reserve in the Red Sea in Egypt, and the Great Archipelago" refers to the "Great Reef Reserve" that Egypt will soon declare in the Red Sea, a reserve that extends over the two shores of the Red Sea for 1,300 kilometers to protect unique coral reefs. This region is considered the "zone of hope for the world" because it is the last region in the world to resist the effects of climate change and has a rich environmental diversity that combines marine and terrestrial environments. It is not currently protected. In September 2025, the Environmental Affairs Agency announced preparations to launch the reserve, which will be the largest of its kind in the region.
The expected date for the announcement of the reserve -2026 - and management: managed by the Department of Natural Reserves in the Red Sea - under the Ministry of Environmental Affairs.
Environmental Importance of the New Reserve:
Preserve these unique coral reefs as part of Egypt’s global environmental heritage.
It is the last coral reef in the world that may be resistant to the effects of climate change, making it of particular environmental importance.
It represents a treasure trove of corals with high endurance.
Focus on the protection of marine biodiversity in the region.
Another name for the reserve: Also known as a "reef reserve".
Background on the Great Archipelago:
Unique coral reef system: The archipelago is a great coastal coral reef system that supports a huge amount of marine life.
Climate change: Scientific research has shown that coral reefs in this region are highly resistant to rising temperatures, which is of interest to scientists around the world.
The most important points of the new reserve:
Scientists have named the archipelago "The Zone of Hope" because it is one of the last areas in the world to resist the effects of climate change, making it of global importance in the preservation of coral reefs.
Geographical extension: The Coral Archipelago stretches for 1,300 kilometers along the Red Sea coast.
- Significance of the Declaration: The Declaration contributes to enhancing Egypt’s global position in the field of ecotourism, increasing its economic value, and protecting the region’s unique biodiversity.
This announcement is part of a wider Egyptian plan to declare the entire Red Sea coast a nature reserve, and 50% of the coral reefs in the region have already been declared as reserves.
The Greater Coral Archipelago in the Red Sea is a new nature reserve, which is an important step to preserve this unique marine ecosystem.
The future significance of the new reserve is as follows:
Safe haven for coral reefs: The reserve will be a vital haven for coral reefs in the face of threats of climate change and rising ocean temperatures, as the Red Sea reefs are highly resistant to climate change.
Protection of biodiversity: The reserve aims to protect the unique biodiversity of the region, which includes different species of fish and other marine organisms living in the coral reef environment.
Promoting scientific research: The reserve is an opportunity for research and education to better understand marine ecosystems and the effects of environmental changes on them.
Support ecotourism: The new reserve is expected to promote sustainable ecotourism in the Red Sea region, contributing to the local economy.
Expected future impacts:
Sustainable development: The Declaration aims to sustainably exploit the archipelago and preserve it for future generations.
This effort is part of several Egyptian initiatives to cooperate with international organizations to preserve this environmental heritage.
زيادة Increasing environmental awareness: This step contributes to raising awareness of the importance of preserving the marine environment, especially coral reefs that face global threats.
In the words: A.D. Hamad Kamel Ahmed-Ambassad Al-Nawa Al-Sahmanah, founder of the Faculty of Veterinary, University of Ayn Shams, Under-Secretary of Community and Environmental Development, Chief of Wildlife and Animal Parks, member of the Scientific and Administrative Committee of the Satis Convention, International Expert on Wildlife, Natural Protectors and Biological Diversity of the Ministry of the Kingdom of Morocco, United Nations Development, Consulting the IUCN.
