More than forty experts from countries and international organizations in the North Pacific gathered in Bangkok, Thailand, 29-30 November 2017, in an effort to support the second cycle of the “Regular Process for Global Reporting and Assessment of the State of the Marine Environment, including Socioeconomic Aspects”, which is also called as “the second World… Continue reading UN’s Second World Ocean Assessment Makes a Start in the North Pacific
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WESTPAC Takes Steps to Combat Marine Microplastics Pollution in Asia and the Pacific
The three days WESTPAC workshop on Microplastics (20- 22 September 2017) finally culminated in a strong willingness to conduct joint research and monitoring of microplastics in the region. Microplastics are small pieces of plastic found in the ocean, commonly defined as less than 5 millimeters in diameter. In general, microplastics are classified into two distinct… Continue reading WESTPAC Takes Steps to Combat Marine Microplastics Pollution in Asia and the Pacific
“He Lies at our Hearts”
It is with our great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend and esteemed colleague, Prof. Dr. Iskandar Zulkarnain on July 2, 2017. Pak Iskandar is the Chair of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences & Indonesian National Focal Point for IOC/UNESCO and its WESTPAC. His contribution was of great significance to WESTPAC… Continue reading “He Lies at our Hearts”
WESTPAC-XI strengthens commission’s role in protecting region’s oceans, advancing SDGs
24 April 2017—Emergency measures to respond to threats such as marine micro-plastics and the establishment of a regional ocean oxygen network were among the highlights of the 11th Intergovernmental Session of the IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (WESTPAC-XI). About 100 delegates and representatives from 15 Member States as well as partners in the region… Continue reading WESTPAC-XI strengthens commission’s role in protecting region’s oceans, advancing SDGs
Indonesia Commits to Supporting Regional Training and Research on Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health
22 April 2017- A cheerful ceremony was held at the 11th Intergovernmental Session in Qingdao, China with an Agreement signed between the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) and the IOC/UNESCO, concerning the establishment of a Regional Training and Research Center on Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health (RTRC-MarBEST). The Western Pacific and its adjacent regions are… Continue reading Indonesia Commits to Supporting Regional Training and Research on Marine Biodiversity and Ecosystem Health
WESTPAC taking action to combat marine microplastics
22 April 2017–“It is ever-increasingly urgent for all countries in the region to concert efforts in developing our knowledge and understanding on the distribution, source, fate and effects of microplastics in the Western Pacific and provide scientific guidance for remediation measures,” many delegates and scientists echoed at the WESTPAC meeting on 22 April 2017. Up… Continue reading WESTPAC taking action to combat marine microplastics
“Advancing Ocean Knowledge, Fostering Sustainable Development” -a call from the 10th WESTPAC International Scientific Conference
The WESTPAC 10th International Scientific Conference concluded on 20 April 2017, Qingdao, China with a number of recommendations made towards future marine science development and cooperation. The Conference, entitled “Advancing Ocean Knowledge, Fostering Sustainable Development: from the Indo-Pacific to the Globe”, attracted immense interest with the participation of more than 700 marine scientists, governmental officials, resources… Continue reading “Advancing Ocean Knowledge, Fostering Sustainable Development” -a call from the 10th WESTPAC International Scientific Conference
WESTPAC awards its Outstanding Scientist of 2017
Dr Weidong Yu (China), Dr Youn-Ho Lee (Republic of Korea) and Dr Teruhisa Komatsu (Japan) were awarded WESTPAC Outstanding Scientist 2017 on 17 April 2017 at the 10th WESTPAC International Scientific Conference, Qingdao, China. Initiated during the 9th WESTPAC International Scientific Symposium in 2014 in Vietnam, the WESTPAC Outstanding Scientist Award was established in recognition… Continue reading WESTPAC awards its Outstanding Scientist of 2017
WESTPAC announced its Five Best Young Scientists 2017
20 April 2017- The IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (WESTPAC) selected its five best young scientists on 20 April 2017 at the 10th International Scientific Conference, Qingdao, China. Among the winners there were three awards for the best oral presentations and two awards for the best posters. After four days’ selection, Mr A’an Johan… Continue reading WESTPAC announced its Five Best Young Scientists 2017
WESTPAC Brings Marine Science into Schools
On 18 and 19 April 2017, over 1,000 of young students (9-16 years old) in Qingdao were fascinated by the wonders of the ocean during a WESTPAC organized event “Bring Marine Science into Schools”. Six selected oceanographers brought to the Experimental Primary School of Shinan District and Qingdao Experimental High School their first-hand experiences of… Continue reading WESTPAC Brings Marine Science into Schools