Key facts
- Asian governments have made pledges to protect marine environments.
- The 11th annual Our Ocean Conference will be held in Mombasa, Kenya, from June 16 to 18.
- The conference is a key stage for global commitments to ocean protection.
Asian governments have made numerous commitments over the years to safeguard their marine ecosystems, which are vital for food security, coastal protection, and biodiversity. World Ocean Day on Monday will bring these promises into public focus. However, a more significant evaluation of these commitments is set to occur at the 11th annual Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, scheduled from June 16 to 18. This conference serves as a critical platform for international stakeholders, including governments, financial donors, corporations, and environmental organizations, to announce and assess global actions related to ocean conservation.