QATIF: The Eastern Shrimp Festival 2022 was launched on Wednesday in the presence of Qatif Gov. Ibrahim bin Muhammad Al-Khorayef, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Amer Al-Mutairi, director general of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture in the Eastern Region, said the festival aims to support and develop the sector in order to contribute to the economy, achieve food security, and provide high-quality products to consumers at the best prices. The festival also seeks to provide economic opportunities to fishermen, encourage young people to engage in the fisheries industry, and foster investment opportunities to develop marine tourism in the region. Al-Khorayef said the festival is an opportunity for visitors to see the rich, marine heritage of the region, and participate in activities and events organized with the support of several government agencies.