Successive Meetings of Integrated Management Committees in Coastal Governorates Yield Plan Activities The first meeting of the Integrated Coastal Zone Management Committee in Beheira Governorate was held last Sunday, May 12th, at the Public Library in Damanhour City. The meeting was chaired by Major General Mohamed Shawky, First Deputy Undersecretary of State - Secretary-General of Beheira Governorate, and was attended by the project team and representatives of bodies and entities concerned with coastal zone management. Dr. Mohamed Ahmed, Project Manager, briefed the committee members on the project's activities and achievements, which included the protection measures implemented in areas most vulnerable to flooding by seawater due to climate change (Kafr El Sheikh - Beheira - Dakahlia - Damietta New - Port Said). He also reviewed the project's vision for integrated coastal zone management, which aims to manage the Mediterranean coast scientifically, taking into account all economic and social dimensions of coastal areas to achieve a safe and stable environment for investment and resilience in the face of ongoing climate change. Dr. Yasser Khoumy, Strategic and Governance Expert for the project, reviewed the legal texts, identified the roles of the relevant authorities according to the texts, and clarified the challenges and opportunities facing integrated coastal zone management: These include combating climate and disaster risks, national macroeconomic priorities, and raising community awareness. The meeting concluded with the importance of continuous and effective coordination to develop a strategic framework to avoid the potential risks resulting from accelerating climate change in recent times. On the other hand, there is a need to develop specialized awareness programs for citizens in this regard.