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Seychelles Becomes the First Small Island Developing State to Support IPOS
March 27, 2025
Seychelles has once again affirmed its leadership in ocean sustainability by becoming the first Small Island Developing State to support the IPOS. This milestone strengthens Seychelles’ position as a global advocate for sustainable development and reinforces its role in shaping forward-thinking solutions for ocean governance.
Chile-France Declaration on the Ocean
November 21, 2024
President Emmanuel Macron and President Gabriel Boric issued a joint call to strengthen cooperation between France and Chile on ocean-related challenges. Both nations emphasized the need to align scientific knowledge and international policymaking to ensure the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources.
OSF and OceanX Collaborate to Support Science-Informed Solutions for Ocean Sustainability
November 12, 2024
OceanX and the Ocean Sustainability Foundation (OSF) have announced a strategic partnership which focuses on leveraging OceanX’s cutting-edge research capabilities and storytelling expertise alongside OSF’s commitment to sustainable practices. Together, they aim to address critical oceanic challenges through innovative projects and public engagement.
Canada-France Declaration on the Ocean
Government of Canada
September 26, 2024
The Government of Canada, in collaboration with France, has announced its interest in exploring the creation of an International Panel for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS).
Monaco highlights support for IPOS at UN General Assembly
79th session of the UN General Assembly
September 24, 2024
H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco emphasized the urgent need for international cooperation in safeguarding marine ecosystems and supported the exploration of an International Panel for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS) as a key mechanism to achieve this goal.
China-France joint declaration for enhanced cooperation on Biodiversity and the Ocean
Elysée
May 6, 2024
China has expressed its support for the creation of the IPOS. This commitment underscores the shared responsibility and ambition to achieve the Kunming-Montreal targets and Sustainable Development Goal 14, a key focus of the UN Ocean Conference 3 in Nice (June 2025). It highlights the IPOS's mission to develop tools, propose pathways for action, and facilitate multi-stakeholder discussions on ocean sustainability.
European Commission Backs the Establishment of the International Panel for Ocean Sustainability
European Commission
August 3, 2023
The European Commission has officially announced its support for the creation of an IPOS, marking a pivotal step in strengthening international ocean action and advancing the knowledge-policy interface. This initiative aims to unite leading ocean scientists, interdisciplinary experts, policymakers, and civil society to address critical challenges in ocean sustainability. The next steps include assessing global needs through socio-economic analyses, designing a robust IPOS framework with clear governance and operational guidelines, and launching promotional efforts to mobilize political support.
All at sea: Call for new body to bridge the science, policy divide and save the oceans
Sciences Business
April 27, 2023
Towards an inclusive and equitable Panel for global ocean sustainability
Future Earth
March 9, 2023
COP27 Launch of the IPOS Coalition: Scientific Institutions coming together for Ocean Sustainability
Stellenbosch University
November 10, 2022
Ocean Conference: Exploring the feasibility of an Intergovernmental Panel for Ocean Sustainability
European Commission
June 30, 2022
