This issue contains a number of articles on environmental change, fisheries management, and protected area in Antarctica, which will help readers to understand the background of the meeting.

Issue 59 | Blue Pulse: Marine Conservation Bulletin

Half time for BBNJ-IGC5

Fifth BBNJ Agreement Negotiations Underway

Discussions on effects of Marine Protected Areas

This issue of Blue Pulse focuses on the UN Ocean Conference held in Lisbon late last month. The conference generated billions of dollars in spontaneous commitments to implement Sustainable Development Goal 14, and the “ocean emergency” on ecology and climate was further discussed in depth. China also putting forward constructive initiatives at the conference. In the near future, it is expected to see the implementation of policies and the achievement of commitments.