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The third day of the World #OceanSummit opened with a panel on #MarineProtectedAreas, highlighting Portugal's momentum on the implementation and value of those areas to stem the loss of biodiversity and the disruption of ocean ecosystems.

Sílvia Tavares explained, "To value #NaturalCapital and implement and effectively manage #MPAs, it is crucial to equip them with the effective tools so they can be sustained through time and biodiversity can be restored." (1/2) #OceanSummit #30x30

Protecting mangroves is a crucial step to lower planet-warming carbon emissions. These ecosystems store up to 1,000 tonnes of carbon per hectare in their biomass and soils. More info on the many benefits of mangroves: bit.ly/3KMib… bit.ly/3KMibE0

Great opportunity to brief UN RC and UNDP Malaysia colleagues on COBSEA, and also learn about the innovative Malaysia SDG Trust Fund! 🇲🇾 🇲🇾 🇲🇾 UN Environment Programme UN Environment Programme Asia Pacific COBSEA Secretariat United Nations in Malaysia UN Development Kementerian Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam Reef Check Malaysia UN DESA Sustainable Development Wisma Putra SDG2030 malaysia.un.org/en

On International Women's Day and every day, we call for a better inclusion of women in #OceanScience. 👉See how the Empowering Women for the #OceanDecade Programme led by World Maritime University aims to help close the gender gap in ocean science and governance: oceandecade.org/actions/empowe… #IWD2025

Did you know these 7 facts about oceans? The private sector, engineers, governments, development agencies and conservation groups are all actors who can value nature in decisions they take. via The Nature Conservancy

Great start to Regional Workshop on Knowledge Management for biodiversity for countries in Asia! Supporting Target 21 of KM Global Biodiversity Framework - review biodiversity KM landscape; share experiences; identify needs; develop solutions; and promote regional collaboration!

The Global Plastics Treaty will be key to reshaping policies and investments to end plastic pollution in Asia and the Pacific. ♻️ Join our latest webinar to unpack outcomes from INC-5, challenges ahead, and implications for the region. tinyurl.com/CEWebinar37

A big thank you to DMCR Thailand for organising a very useful briefing and site visit to Koh Sichang, also a project site of GEF SCS SAP! Demonstrating Marine Spatial Planning and Coral Reef restoration!! 🪸

Very impressive conservation, educational and advocacy efforts of the Marine Animal Bank Learning Centre at Koh Sichang! Kudos to Dr Nilnaj and his dedicated team!! Supporting sustainability efforts of the blue swimming crab and other marine species! 🦀 unep.org/news-and-stori…

Productive discussions between SecGen, ONEP and Director, UNEP Ecosystems Division covering Thailand's efforts on Global Biodiversity Framework, MPAs, OECM, 3rd UN Ocean Conference, UNEA-7, etc. COBSEA pleased to be part of these important discussions!! facebook.com/10006901267612…

COBSEA delighted to host the first monthly meeting of 2025 for the MA-RE-DESIGN project - a joint effort between GIZ, WWF and UNEP COBSEA! Combating plastic waste leakage into the sea by improving waste management and reducing plastic usage!! thai-german-cooperation.info/en_US/unlockin…

To save our ocean, we need a sustainable blue economy Massive investment is needed to deliver the promise of the Ocean Decade, write four researchers! UN Environment Programme COBSEA Secretariat World Bank ProBlue Solutions Asian Development Bank ADB Environment Eco-Business eco-business.com/news/to-save-o…

Good discussions on accelerating plastics circularity: priorities and progress across Asia-Pacific - higlighting COBSEA's marine litter activities! Impressive participation at the 4th annual Sustainability Week Asia, organized by the Economist Impact in Bangkok!!

Save the date! Join Asian Development Bank's first Circular Economy Forum this June 17–18. With the theme “Advancing a Circular Economy for a Sustainable Future”, the forum will feature inspiring speakers and best practices to drive circularity in Asia and the Pacific. events.development.asia/learning-event…

Wonderful start to third Annual Stocktaking Meeting of the MedProgramme in Istanbul! Impressive achievements and strong collaboration!! Congratulations to MAP and all partners! unep.org/unepmap/what-w…

Thailand became the 113th signatory of #BBNJ. PR Cherdchai Chaivaivid signed the BBNJ Agreement, underlining Thailand's commitment to further cooperation with the int'l community in regulating activities that take place in or affect marine resources beyond national jurisdiction. 🌊🪸

For persons attending the Our Ocean Conference in Busan, please join our side event to learn about the role Regional Seas Conventions and Action Plans play to protect our Ocean. UNEP Cartagena Convention & Caribbean Enviro Prog. COBSEA Secretariat Nairobi Convention Mediterranean Action Plan (MAP) Richard L. Thompson

We're holding an event in Nice! United Nations, Global Goals, UN DESA, UN DESA Sustainable Development, BirdLife Marine, UN Environment Programme, COBSEA Secretariat UNEP Cartagena Convention & Caribbean Enviro Prog., UN Biodiversity Astrid Schomaker Global Environment Facility (GEF) Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea OSPAR #SaveOurOcean #RaceforRatification #BBNJ #UNOC2025 #ForNature #KMGBF #GlobalGoals