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Ban urges recommitment to treaty on use of world's oceans

Ban urges recommitment to treaty on use of world's oceans

Jun 10, 2014, at 05:03 pm

New York, Jun 10 (IBNS): Marking the upcoming 20th anniversary of the entry into force of the landmark treaty that has become known as the "Constitution for the Oceans", UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Monday encouraged Member States to recommit to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) at what he considers a crucial moment for climate change.

UN marks World Oceans Day, seeks protection for oceans

UN marks World Oceans Day, seeks protection for oceans

Jun 09, 2014, at 04:44 pm

New York, Jun 9 (IBNS): To commemorate World Oceans Day, the United Nations family is encouraging the international community to reflect on the multiple benefits of oceans and commit to keeping them healthy and productive for current and future generations.

UN summit commits to improve ocean health

UN summit commits to improve ocean health

Apr 26, 2014, at 05:24 pm

New York, Apr 26 (IBNS): A United Nations-backed summit wrapped up in the Netherlands on Friday with a set of concrete actions to turn around the health of the world's oceans and food security for millions by tackling key threats such as climate change, overfishing, habitat loss and pollution.