UN Ocean Conference Unveils Nice Action Plan: Our Ocean, Our Future
At the Nice UN Ocean Conference, delegates launched the Nice Ocean Action Plan with goals for more marine reserves, cleaner shipping and 19 new ratifications of the BBNJ Agreement.
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Scientists Urge UN to Act on Ocean Protection at Nice Congress
At the One Ocean Science Congress in Nice, scientists issued 10 recommendations urging UN members to take urgent, science-led action to protect the global ocean.
China Coast Guard Intensifies Battle Against Illegal Fishing in South China Sea
The China Coast Guard has intensified efforts to combat illegal fishing and protect marine ecosystems in the South China Sea, detaining over 500 vessels this year.
NZ Study Reveals Marine Protected Areas Fall Short in Safeguarding Whales
A New Zealand study finds marine protected areas offer only partial protection for southern right whales, highlighting high overlap with commercial ship activities during breeding season.
China Celebrates a Decade of Progress in Marine Protection
China’s latest white paper highlights a decade of significant progress in marine protection, showcasing improved water quality and the resurgence of endangered species in key sea areas.
South China Sea: China and Philippines Debate Marine Environmental Stewardship
China and the Philippines clash over marine environmental protection in the South China Sea, with accusations of pollution countered by China’s reported conservation efforts.