World Oceans Day

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference   will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. Guiding questions: (a) How can the implementation of international law as reflected in the Convention contribute to the scaling up of ocean action to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 14? (b) How can cross-sectoral cooperation and coordination be mobilized to support the effective implementation of international law as reflected in the Convention? (c) How can United Nations system entities further support Member States in their efforts to meet their obligations under the Convention and related instruments? (d) How can interlinkages and synergies among relevant legal instruments be leveraged to support the effective implementation of international law as reflected in the Convention? (e) What are the most pressing capacity and resource needs with respect to enabling adherence to and the implementation of t...

   Guests will brief journalists on the key moment, announcements and outcomes from the  2025 UN Ocean Conference . Speakers: Arnoldo Andre Tinoco, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Costa Rica Li Junhua, Conference Secretary-General; UN Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs Olivier Poivre D'Arvor, Special Envoy of the French Republic for the UN Ocean Conference Moderated by Martina Donlon, Spokesperson for the UN Ocean Conference, UN Department of Global Communications. Watch the Closing press conference - 2025 UN Ocean Conference!  Press Conferences

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. The overarching theme of the Conference is "Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean". The Conference aims to support further and urgent action to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development and identify further ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14. It will build on existing instruments to form successful partnerships towards the swift conclusion and effective implementation...

Conversation on innovative public-private collaboration for ocean education: UNESCO-IOC and the Prada Group. This session will spotlight the renewed partnership between UNESCO-IOC and the Prada Group under the SEA BEYOND programme, a pioneering initiative launched in 2019 to promote sustainability and ocean literacy through education, awareness, and youth engagement. The UNESCO-IOC and Prada Group will announce a new Multi-Partner Trust Fund, marking an open invitation for other private actors to join the global ocean literacy movement. The panel will explore how innovative public-private collaboration can scale impact and drive transformative change. Audiences will gain insight into the power of cross-sectoral alliances to support the Ocean Decade and foster a culture of ocean stewardship. Speakers: Francesca Santoro, Senior Programme Officer for Ocean Literacy, UNESCO-IOC Marta Monaco, Financial and Corporate Communication Director, Prada Group Moderator: Daniele Moretti, Deputy Edit...

 Conversation on how shipping can catalyse ocean action and solutions for marine plastic pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change. The maritime sector is the largest ocean-based industry, moving 80% of global trade and generating over $900 billion annually. Despite its scale, it remains overlooked in ocean sustainability efforts. This session will spotlight how this powerful global industry can catalyse ocean action and solutions for marine plastic pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change, exploring concrete success stories and best practices - including the IMO's Global Industry Alliance model. It will highlight specifically how robust international regulations, technological innovation, and real-world collaborations across government, industry, and communities, especially in developing countries, are key to ensuring the transition to a more sustainable blue economy. Speakers: Dr. Wendy Watson-Wright, Chair, UN Joint Group of Experts on the Scientific Aspects of Ma...

   Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. General debate (Continued) - Item 9 Statements delivered by: 1 . Congo (M) 2 . Austria 3 . Colombia 4 . Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 5 . International Union for Conservation of Nature 10 . International Seabed Authority 11 . Panama 12 . Andean Development Corporation 13 . International Chamber of Commerce 14 . Pacific Islands Forum 15 . Oman 16 . United Nations Office for Project Services 17 . British Virgin Islands 18 . Belgium (M) 19 . Canada (VM) 20 . International Whaling Commission 21. United Nations Capital Development Fund 22 . United Nations Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States 23 . United Nations Conference on Trade and Development 24 .Green Climate Fund 25 . Regular Pr...

   Guests will share Tuvalu's message on the 2025 UN Ocean Conference and their position on sea level rise. Speakers: Honourable Feleti Teo, Tuvalu Prime Minister Dr Maina Talia, Tuvalu Minister for Home Affairs, Climate Change and Environment. Related Documents:  2025 UN Ocean Conference website Watch Press Conference by Tuvalu - 2025 UN Ocean Conference! Press Conferences

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. Guiding Questions: What is needed to further strengthen the role of the ocean and biodiversity in climate change mitigation and adaptation through UN processes, including the, NDCs, NAPs, NBSAPs, etc.? How can climate and biodiversity goals and targets be included into ocean-related international fora and organizations such as the IMO, the FAO, the ILO, the WTO, and how can SDG14 targets be further integrated into climate and biodiversity discussions? What is needed to increase the recognition of coastal ecosystems as assets, to increase investments, and improve processes to protect and restore them? What is needed to facilitate the use and application of multiple knowledge systems to fill gaps in understanding and to design and implement inclusive, equitable and sustainable practices and management frameworks? H...

Guiding questions: How can governments integrate sustainable ocean-based economic initiatives within their ocean governance legal and institutional frameworks? How can developing countries, particularly SIDS and LDCs, access resources, financing, and technologies needed for a sustainable and resilient ocean economy including maritime transport, fisheries and aquaculture, renewable offshore energy, and maritime and coastal tourism? How can public-private partnerships and sustainable finance tools be scaled to meet the funding needs of the ocean economy decarbonization and climate adaptation and resiliencebuilding? What capacity-building programs and training initiatives are needed to ensure the maritime transport sector and fisheries and aquaculture are sustainable and resilient and aligned with SDG? What are the priority areas for research and development to advance sustainable and resilient maritime transport, fisheries and aquaculture? How can the labour and social dimension be bet...

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. General debate (Continued) - Item 8 Statements delivered by: The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. The overarching theme of the Conference is "Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean". The Conference aims to support further and urgent action to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development and identify further ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14. It will build on existing instruments to form successful partnersh...

Guests will speak to the press following the Pacific-France Summit with President Macron. They will highlight the need for bold climate action to save oceans. Speakers:President Hilda C. Heine, Republic of the Marshall Islands President Surangel Whipps Jr., Palau Ralph Regenvanu, Minister of Vanuatu Moderated by Tina Stege, Climate Envoy, Republic of the Marshall Islands Related Documents:  2025 UN Ocean Conference . Watch the Press Conference: The Republic of Marshall Islands, Palau and Vanuatu - 2025 UN Ocean Conference!  Press Conferences

Conversation on the innovative data and technology solutions that support better ocean governance and the sustainable use of marine resources. This panel will showcase innovative data and technology solutions that support better ocean governance and the sustainable use of marine resources. From satellite monitoring to AI-powered biodiversity tracking and open data platforms, the discussion will highlight tools that improve ocean monitoring and knowledge sharing. The session will also introduce key ocean-related features of the SIDS Global Data Hub as a concrete step to accelerate action and engage more partners. Moderator:Ashaki Goodwin, Director, Government Affairs, PVBLIC Foundation Welcome and Setting the Scene:Mr. Sergio Fernandez de Cordova, Executive Chairman, PVBLIC Foundation Opening Remarks: Ambassador Peter Thomson, UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean Speakers: Ambassador Viliami Va'inga Tōnē, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Tonga to the Un...

   Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. Guiding Questions: What national or regional initiatives have been developed or implemented in the last 2 years aiming to reduce marine pollution, and how could these serve as a model for other countries/regions to accelerate actions towards the achievement of SDG Target 14.1? Regarding the role of the private sector, how can respective relevant industry sectors scale up resource efficient and cleaner production practices to reduce marine pollution, including through wastewater treatment and emission reduction? How can public-private partnerships accelerate investments in pollution reduction technologies, and how can we ensure their long-term sustainability and scalability? How can nature-based solutions contribute to the mitigation of marine pollution, and what role can governments, the private sect...

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. General debate (Continued) - Item 8 The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. The overarching theme of the Conference is "Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean". The Conference aims to support further and urgent action to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development and identify further ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14. It will build on existing instruments to form successful partnerships towards the swift con...

Conversation with experts and practitioners on the innovations and technologies driving the sustainable growth of aquaculture. This talk will explore how innovations and technologies are driving the sustainable growth of aquaculture, supporting food security and nutrition while reducing environmental impact. It will highlight how effective management, new technologies, and improved animal health practices are unlocking the sector's potential for sustainable development. Country examples will show how these approaches are being used to scale production responsibly and in harmony with nature. The talk will also introduce a hands-on education toolkit for students aged 5 to 18, piloted in schools around the Mediterranean and Black Sea, which raises awareness of aquatic food systems and empowers youth to support sustainable aquaculture. Speakers: Manuel Barange, Assistant Director-General, Director of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, UN Food and Agriculture Organization Marilou S...

   Conversation with Martin Stew, Science Correspondent, ITV News Antarctica is warming fast—three degrees hotter than in the 1950s—putting wildlife and the global climate at risk. It's home to the Antarctic Circumpolar Current, the only ocean current linking all major oceans. Record-low sea ice means this is the latest in winter a ship has reached Antarctica. Scientists are studying melting glaciers, nutrient release, and underwater tsunamis caused by ice break-off. ITV News' Science team joins the RRS David Attenborough for a month-long mission with exclusive access to British Antarctic Survey scientists. What happens in Antarctica doesn't stay in Antarctica—and what scientists uncover could shape our warming world's future. Speakers: Martin Stew, Science Correspondent, ITV News Moderator:Rageh Omaar, News Anchor, ITV News Join us during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference  from June 9-13 and hear about the transformation and solutions needed to accelerate action on the SDG...

Speakers: António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General. Moderated by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General of the United Nations. "We are in Nice on a mission – save the ocean, to save our future. That was my message at the Conference opening yesterday, and it is the message I have carried through all my meetings. The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet." António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General [Extract from the opening remarks] Related Sites and Documents 2025 UN Ocean Conference website Opening remarks Watch the Press Conference: UN Secretary-General António Guterres - 2025 UN Ocean Conference!  00:17:59 Conferences

Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The  2025 UN Ocean Conference  will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. Guiding Questions: What "win-win-win" strategies can we adopt to ensure that a robust, growing ocean economy benefits people, businesses that are dependent on the ocean, and ocean health? Why is SDG14 the least funded SDG? What can we do to eliminate or significantly reduce the gap? How can public finance be used to unlock and de-risk private investments in ocean-positive outcomes? Can we establish a new global ocean finance platform that will serve as a centralized hub to bring coherence to ocean finance and raise new sources of capital, including solidarity levies, user fees, and payments for ecosystem services, while providing grants and flexible, easily accessible financing and de-risking for existing and new projects? Can debt-for-nature swaps be scaled to help governments free up debt obligations and suppo...

   Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility - The 2025 UN Ocean Conference will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France, from 9 - 13 June 2025. General debate (Continued) - Item 8 Statements delivered by: 1 . Morocco (M) 2 . Kyrgyzstan (DPM) 3 . The Republic of Mauritius (HG) 4 . Belize (HG) 5 . Timor-Leste (DPM) 6 . Cuba (DPM) 7 . Singapore (M) 8 . Lesotho (DPM) 9 . Angola (M) 10 . Germany (M) 11 . Republic of Korea (M) 12 . The Kingdom of Eswatini (HG) 13 . Sweden (M) 14 . Georgia (M) 15 . India (M) 16 . Norway (M) 17 . Slovenia (M) 18 . Russian Federation (M) 19 . Mexico (M) 20 . Chile (M) 21 . Mauritania (M) 22 . Maldives (M) 23 . France (M) 24 . Gambia (M) 25 . Egypt (M) The high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development (the 2025 UN Ocean Conference) will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica ...

Highlighting key initiatives and details from the European Ocean Pact after its official presentation by the president of the European Commission. Speakers: Costas Kadis, European Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans. Moderated by Vangelis Demiris, Communication Adviser to Commissioner. Related Sites and Documents:  2025 UN Ocean Conference website . Watch the press Conference: European Ocean pact - 2025 UN Ocean Conference! Press Conferences