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World leaders descend on France for ocean summit as Macron puts spotlight on seas

World leaders descend on France for ocean summit as Macron puts spotlight on seas

As One Ocean event in Brest aims to deliver ‘blue diplomacy’ in areas from pollution to overfishing, activists warn against ‘bluewashing.’

Ecuador expands protections around Galápagos, creating ‘a new highway’ for sea life

Ecuador expands protections around Galápagos, creating ‘a new highway’ for sea life

The South American government will curb fishing in more than 20,000 square miles of ocean next to the archipelago.
Plans for world's largest ocean sanctuary in Antarctic blocked
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Plans for world's largest ocean sanctuary in Antarctic blocked

A plan to create the world's largest marine sanctuary in Antarctic waters was shot down when a key conservation summit failed to reach a consensus, with environmentalists on Saturday decrying a lack of scientific foresight.

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A drop in the ocean?
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A drop in the ocean?

As the world’s marine ecosystems face ever-increasing threats, is the trend toward huge, remote reserves a promising new development or a worrisome distraction?
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