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IPOS Featured in Les Echos
February 13, 2026
The International Platform for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS) was recently featured in an article examining the urgent need for stronger ocean governance in the face of pollution, overfishing, climate change, and biodiversity loss. The article highlights IPOS as an innovative initiative supported by France and the European Union that aims to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and public decision-making by providing transparent, evidence-based analyses and facilitating dialogue among researchers, policymakers, civil society, and marine stakeholders.
IPOS Welcomes Dr. Pierre Karleskind as Coordinator of IPOS and Secretary General of the Ocean Sustainability Foundation
September, 2025
The International Platform for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS) has appointed Dr. Pierre Karleskind as its new Coordinator and Secretary General of the Ocean Sustainability Foundation. His leadership comes at a pivotal moment, as IPOS positions itself to become a global reference point connecting science and policy to safeguard the ocean.
IPOS Launches Ramp Up Phase with Open Call to States at UN Ocean Conference
June 9, 2025
Groundbreaking global initiative offers next-generation science-policy interface for Ocean sustainability
Four New Governments Officialised Support for IPOS at UNOC-3
June, 2025
At our launch event during UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France, the governments of Belgium, New Caledonia, Panama and South Africa officialised their support for IPOS. Click on the link below to see their signed declarations:
Fiji Signs Letter of Support for IPOS
May, 2025
The Government of Fiji, through its Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, has signed a letter of support for the International Panel for Ocean Sustainability (IPOS). Fiji’s endorsement reflects its commitment to advancing science-based, policy-driven solutions for ocean sustainability. Click on the link below to download their letter of support:
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
