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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 Zhang Autonomous Region, China. This workshop aimed to enhance… Continue reading Propelling Marine Spatial Planning in Guangxi, China: A Convergence of Theory and Practice

The Vietnam Glory awarded Sub-Commission Advisory Group member Dao Viet Ha.

As the first and sole female Director in the 102-year history of the Institute of Oceanography, Vietnam and concurrently serving as the Chairwoman of Vietnam National Committee for the UNESCO… Continue reading The Vietnam Glory awarded Sub-Commission Advisory Group member Dao Viet Ha.

Bangkok Declaration Sets Course for Regional Ocean Action

On 25 April 2024, the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference culminated in the issuance of two significant documents, symbolizing the unified stance… Continue reading Bangkok Declaration Sets Course for Regional Ocean Action

Regional Ocean Conference Ends with Success

Under the banner, “We commit to accelerating ocean science solutions for sustainable development!”,  the resolute voice of 1,200 participants resonated throughout the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Conference for the Western… Continue reading Regional Ocean Conference Ends with Success

Children and youth’s voices for ocean

“In the future, we hope that the Nosoko sea, as well as seas all around the world, will be filled with lots of fish and seagrasses.” said Shinji Delage, a… Continue reading Children and youth’s voices for ocean

Winners announced for the 2024 Photo Competition on Coral Reef Restoration

On 25th April, during the Closing Ceremony of the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference, the much-anticipated winners of the 2024 WESTPAC Photo… Continue reading Winners announced for the 2024 Photo Competition on Coral Reef Restoration

Best Young Scientist Oral and Poster Presentation Awards 2024 announced

On 25 April 2024, the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (WESTPAC) proudly unveiled the recipients of its Best Young Scientist Oral and Poster Presentation Awards 2024. Eight remarkable young… Continue reading Best Young Scientist Oral and Poster Presentation Awards 2024 announced

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