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 Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of Vietnam, Dr. Dao Viet Ha has distinguished herself through her unwavering dedication to researching marine toxins and seafood safety in Vietnam… Continue reading The Vietnam Glory awarded Sub-Commission Advisory Group member Dao Viet Ha.
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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 on pressing ocean issues and joint commitments to taking concerted actions towards addressing these issues in the region. Concurrently, the ECOP/MCOP Statement, a joint endeavor… 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 Pacific & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference, held in Bangkok from April 22 to 25, 2024. This significant gathering, orchestrated by the IOC Sub-Commission… 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 12-year-old school student from the Nosoko Elementary School in Okinawa, Japan, at the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science… 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 Competition on Coral Reef Restoration were unveiled. It was held against the backdrop of the unparalleled but declining marine biodiversity in the region and an… 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 scientists were honored with this prestigious recognitation at the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference. Chosen through a… Continue reading Best Young Scientist Oral and Poster Presentation Awards 2024 announced
Five distinguished scientists awarded the WESTPAC Outstanding Scientists 2024
On 23 April 2024, the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (WESTPAC) announced the winners of its Outstanding Scientist Awards 2024. Five ocean scientists were honored for their scientific achievements and long term dedication and contribution to ocean science development and cooperation in the region. The selection involved broad consultations with various scientific communities in… Continue reading Five distinguished scientists awarded the WESTPAC Outstanding Scientists 2024
Thailand Deputy Prime Minister addressed the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference
The grand inauguration of the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference and the 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 22-25 April 2024, marked a pivotal moment for ocean communities in the region to catalyze ocean science solutions and meaningful partnerships needed for sustainable development. This momentous gathering brought together a… Continue reading Thailand Deputy Prime Minister addressed the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference
2024 Photo Competition on Coral Reef Restoration Call for entries now open!
Full steam ahead for the Ocean Decade Regional Marine Science Conference
Towards achieving the goal of the 2nd UN Ocean Decade Regional Conference & 11th WESTPAC International Marine Science Conference (Hereinafter referred to “ the Conference”) which will take place in 22-25 April 2024, the IOC Sub-Commission convened a joint preparatory meeting of the Conference International Steering Committee (ISC) and National Organizing Committee (NOC) on 14-15… Continue reading Full steam ahead for the Ocean Decade Regional Marine Science Conference