Lisbon Declaration
On July 1, 2022, all 198 United Nations members ratified the Lisbon Declaration on ocean protection.
- They acknowledged the need for capacity development assistance for developing nations, particularly the least developed nations and tiny island developing states.
- They also decided to work to prevent, control, and reduce marine pollution. Nutrient contamination, solid waste discharges, hazardous materials, untreated wastewater, emissions from the maritime industry, and anthropogenic underwater noise are all examples of marine pollution.
- Approval of the draught declaration conveys a clear message that ocean health, resilience, and sustainable use must urgently improve.
- In the final draft of the declaration, countries regrated for their failure ....
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