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Ocean Conference

Working together, ¡®we can ensure that our oceans remain healthy as our blue home¡¯ ¨C Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ chief

The future of the planet¡¯s oceans is burdened by threats such as climate change, pollution and destructive fishing practices ¨C and the lack of capacities to address these threats ¨C United Nations Secretary-General Ant¨®nio Guterres has said, calling for joint global action to ensure ¡°that our oceans are peaceful, safe and bountiful, and remain healthy as our blue home.¡±

FEATURE: Relationship with ocean vital part of Trinidad and Tobago culture

Oceans comprise roughly three-quarters of the Earth¡¯s surface and play an essential role in human well-being, producing half the oxygen necessary for life on the planet. They also serve as the backdrop for another important component of a well-rounded life: recreation.

2018-04-22T11:52:28-04:0007 Jun 2017|Goal 14: Life Below Water, News|

At Ocean Conference, Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ agencies commit to cutting harmful fishing subsidies

As the international community focuses this week on preserving the health of global oceans and seas, the United Nations agencies on agriculture, environment and trade are committing to the sustainable trade of fisheries.

2018-04-22T11:52:29-04:0007 Jun 2017|Goal 14: Life Below Water, News|
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