As discussions continue at the UN Ocean Conference, we’re excited to share key highlights from Day 2 and Day 3 of the event held in Nice, France.
Day Two: Ocean Financing & Pollution Reduction
Blue Finance: We explored the urgent need to close the ocean finance gap, with a focus on innovative tools like blue bonds and debt-for-nature swaps. Investing in the ocean is investing in our future!
Ambitious Plastics Treaty: A strong global treaty is essential to tackle the growing threat of plastic pollution to marine life and human health. Every piece of plastic counts!
Regional Cooperation: We celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Barcelona Convention—a pioneering model of Mediterranean collaboration. Together, we can achieve the impossible!
Day Three: Sustainable Fisheries & Ocean-Based Economies
Support for Small-Scale Fishers: Prioritizing small-scale fisheries is key to ensuring food security and sustainable livelihoods.
Sustainable Blue Economy: How do we balance economic development with marine protection? The answer lies in ocean-based economies that empower local communities and Indigenous peoples.
Fighting IUU Fishing: Effective monitoring and enforcement are critical to tackling illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and safeguarding our marine wealth.
Key Takeaway
The ocean is the heartbeat of our planet—and its health impacts us all. We must work together—governments, private sector, civil society, and youth—to secure a sustainable future for our oceans.
