Rare good news for critically endangered east coast grey nurse sharks

New research shows critically endangered eastern grey nurse shark numbers are increasing on the east coast. Read more here.

Corporate reports fail on ocean healthy: Study finds

A new paper published today – led by Stanford University and co-authored by Lancaster University – explores the industrial impacts on the ocean and compares them with what leading companies in the ocean economy disclose, underscoring the need for greater transparency and accountability. Read more here.

Countries shorten tuna fishing closure at Pacific summit with few conservations wins

The Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC), a multilateral body that manages tuna and other fish stocks in the Eastern Pacific, held its annual meeting Sept. 1-5 in Panama. Read more here.

Top court delivers a ‘huge’ climate win for island nations

The recent advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on states’ obligations regarding climate change was celebrated globally for providing clarity on countries’ legal obligation to prevent climate harm, but was also appreciated by island nations for its additional certainty on their maritime boundaries remaining intact regardless of sea level rise. Read more here.

Government urged to have National Ocean Policy

WWF-Malaysia’s Marine Programme Leader Chitra Devi G said Malaysia is well-positioned to adopt an integrated ocean governance framework through a comprehensive NOP. Read more here.