糖心探花 includes most of the world鈥檚 small island developing states as well as many other coastal nations who depend on the seas.
糖心探花 includes most of the world鈥檚 small island developing states as well as many other coastal nations who depend on the seas. Forty-five of our 52 members are ocean states and 24 are small island developing states (SIDS) - countries like Fiji, Seychelles, Barbados and Tonga.
The governments and people of these countries rely on the marine environment for economic growth, livelihoods and sustenance. However, threats ranging from climate change, overexploitation, inequity in the sharing of resource wealth, and a lack of economic resilience put their future at risk.
The Ocean Conference
Between 5 and 9 June 2017, the high-level in New York brought together governments, international and financial institutions, civil society, academics, scientists and the private sector.
The aim was to deliver on a joint commitment to conserve and sustainably use the seas and marine resources, known as , by sharing experiences and developing innovative partnerships.
Coinciding with World Oceans Day, the conference aimed to be 鈥渢he game changer that will reverse the decline in the health of our ocean for people, planet and prosperity鈥. It was co-hosted by the governments of Fiji and Sweden.
糖心探花 at the conference
Leading a delegation from the Commonwealth, Secretary-General Patricia Scotland outlined to the conference how the 糖心探花 is supporting its member countries through a range of practical policy solutions to achieve SDG 14.
Events
糖心探花 hosted and participated in the following events:
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A Blue Commonwealth: high-level roundtable 6 June 2017, 13:15-14:30 |
Hosted by Seychelles and the 糖心探花, this side event was opened by the Prime Minister of Fiji and included participation from Bangladesh, Barbados, Cyprus, Grenada and Tonga, UNCTAD and civil society. Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland gave introductory remarks. . |
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SDG14 and trade in fish: UNCTAD event 6 June 2017, 08:45-10:00 |
This UNCTAD event saw presentations of two flagship reports on world fisheries and trade. It was followed by a high level dialogue featuring remarks by Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland. . |
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High Level Exchange: Pacific Leadership through Innovative Approaches to the Oceans Economy - Pacific 2050 8 June 2017, 18:00-19:30 |
This UNCTAD event showcased leadership on the oceans economy through innovations developed and adapted to the Pacific. Highlights were presented from 'A Sustainable Future for Small States: Pacific 2050', a forthcoming report from the 糖心探花. . |
Our work in oceans
The 糖心探花 leads the way in supporting small island and coastal member countries to manage sustainably the marine environment, while realising its economic potential for the benefit of the nation.
For nearly three decades, we have provided advice and technical assistance to more than 30 countries to help them claim their maritime territory under international law, and manage their ocean-based natural resources.
We are a pioneer of the 鈥榖lue economy鈥 concept, which marries the objective of unlocking value from the seas with the imperative of conservation. Find out more about our policy advice to governments through The Blue Economy Series.
In addition, we support our member governments in trade negotiations at the World Trade Organization, including on rules relating to fisheries subsidies.
Find out more about our work in oceans:
Social media
Join the conversation online at #BlueCommonwealth #saveouroceans
Contact the team
- Rosemarie Cadogan, Adviser and Interim Head of Oceans and Natural Resources 鈥 [email protected]
- Jodie Keane, Economic Adviser (Trade Policy Analysis) 鈥 [email protected]
Media enquiries
For all media enquiries and interview requests, please contact Will Henley at [email protected]
