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Countries and Partners Unite to Advance the Regional Action Framework for Marine Spatial Planning (2025-2030)

Chonburi, Thailand, 14-16 October 2025Representatives from ten Member States and regional partners convened in Chonburi, Thailand, to advance the implementation of the Regional Action Framework for Marine Spatial Planning (2025–2030).… Continue reading Countries and Partners Unite to Advance the Regional Action Framework for Marine Spatial Planning (2025-2030)

Advancing Collaborative Research and Adaptive Governance for Small-Island Sustainability in the Western Pacific

Thirty-five researchers, policymakers, and conservation experts from across the Western Pacific gathered in Malang, Indonesia, for the Second International Workshop on Small Island Research and Development (SIRaD). Hosted by the… Continue reading Advancing Collaborative Research and Adaptive Governance for Small-Island Sustainability in the Western Pacific

Call for Ocean Literacy Experts

In light of the decision made at the Fifteenth Intergovernmental Session of the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (WESTPAC-XV, 11-13 March 2025, Tokyo, Japan), the Sub-Commission has established the… Continue reading Call for Ocean Literacy Experts

A Milestone for Marine Spatial Planning in the Western Pacific

On 12 March 2025, a major step forward in sustainable ocean management was taken as Member States across the Western Pacific adopted the Regional Action Framework for Marine Spatial Planning… Continue reading A Milestone for Marine Spatial Planning in the Western Pacific

Western Pacific Nations Unite to Champion Ocean Science and Sustainability

From March 11-13, 2025, nearly 100 delegates from 13 nations across the Western Pacific convened in Tokyo for the Fifteenth Intergovernmental Session of the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific… Continue reading Western Pacific Nations Unite to Champion Ocean Science and Sustainability

Obituary of Prof. Dato’ Dr. Zulfigar Yasin (1959–2025)

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Prof. Dato’ Dr. Zulfigar Yasin, a distinguished marine biologist at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and an internationally renowned scholar. For over three… Continue reading Obituary of Prof. Dato’ Dr. Zulfigar Yasin (1959–2025)

The Fifth Session of the CSK-2 and the Second Scientific Symposium Concluded in Sendai, Japan

A flock of black-tailed gulls, native to East Asia, flying around the Matsushima Pleasure Cruise in Sendai, Japan. © Weerawath / Adobe StockOn 15 November 2024, the IOC Sub-Commission for… Continue reading The Fifth Session of the CSK-2 and the Second Scientific Symposium Concluded in Sendai, Japan

The Sub-Commission designates Sinan County as a Marine Spatial Planning Demonstration Site in the Republic of Korea

On 22 August 2024, the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific launched a field study on marine spatial planning (MSP) practices in Sinan County, South Jeolla Province, Republic of Korea.The… Continue reading The Sub-Commission designates Sinan County as a Marine Spatial Planning Demonstration Site in the Republic of Korea

Qinzhou City Designated as a Marine Spatial Planning Demonstration Site

Qinzhou City, a coastal city nestled in the south-central Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, was designated as a Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) demonstration site. A plaque unveiling ceremony, held in… Continue reading Qinzhou City Designated as a Marine Spatial Planning Demonstration Site

Propelling Marine Spatial Planning in Guangxi, China: A Convergence of Theory and Practice

From May 22-23, 2024, a Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) National Training Workshop was held in Nanning city, the capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. This workshop aimed to enhance… Continue reading Propelling Marine Spatial Planning in Guangxi, China: A Convergence of Theory and Practice