The Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration, adopted by the 56 Commonwealth member countries, is one of the largest-ever marine protection agreements.
Here are 10 highlights from the Apia Commonwealth Ocean Declaration
- Articulates grave concern for global ocean emergency related to ocean exploitation, warming, acidification & pollution.
- Asserts right to existing national marine boundaries in the face of sea level rise.
- Advocates for the immediate conclusion of the Global Plastic Treaty negotiations.
- Calls for the urgent ratification of the .
- Appeals for a reduction in marine pollution.
- Calls for an integrated approach for green shipping solutions.
- Protects ocean rights of Indigenous Peoples.
- Paves the way for sustainable fishing & ocean-generated renewable energy.
- Asserts the need to protect 30% of marine areas by 2030.
- Sets the international agenda for Commonwealth nations in run-up to 2025 .
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