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Harmful investments outpace nature protection by 30 to 1 – new UNEP report
For every US$1 the world invests in protecting nature, it spends US$30 on destroying it.
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May 28, 2026Blue Alliance Marine Protected Areas
High-level UK Delegation Visit Blue Alliance & COAST Facility in the Philippines
A high level UK delegation went to see how innovative finance & community-led enterprise are strengthening marine protection & coastal livelihoods
  • GFCR
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May 21, 2026Mohammad Al-Tawaha
Strengthening Coral Reef Monitoring Capacities in the Gulf of Aqaba
Aqaba Marine Reserve recently hosted a five-day “Coral Reef Monitoring Training” programme
  • GFCR
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  • Training course
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May 14, 2026Mohammad Al-Tawaha
Aqaba Hosts Validation Workshop for the Final Draft of the National Blue Economy Strategy
A national validation workshop reviewing Jordan’s final draft National Blue Economy Strategy to support sustainable marine and coastal development in Aqaba.
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Apr 27, 2026The Guardian
Coral reefs are nearing extinction. 2026 must mark a turning point
An op-ed from actor, filmmaker and UNEP Advocate for Life Below Water Jason Momoa
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Apr 27, 2026GFCR & YKAN
Quality shrimp seeds promoting sustainable aquaculture in Indonesia
Sustainable shrimp production under the Biru Fund program boosting resilience of coastal communities in Indonesia
  • GFCR
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Mar 30, 2026GFCR
GFCR-Backed Multi-Country Blue Alliance MPA Investment Model Expands Impact in Indonesia
Indonesia seals landmark deal to protect 1.5M hectares of marine areas in Maluku, boosting reef conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.
  • GFCR
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Jan 26, 2026Mohammad Al-Tawaha
Blue Economy Innovation Center Launched in Aqaba
The Blue Economy Center for Innovation (BECI) in Aqaba was officially launched in January 2026 as Jordan’s first national incubator
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Jan 22, 2026KOMPAS.id
A New Chapter in the Development of Tourist Boats in Raja Ampat
Tourist boats entering Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua, can no longer carelessly drop anchor for the sake of the sustainability of the underwater ecosystem.
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Jan 19, 2026Peter Thomson and Kirsten Schuijt
Why the High Seas Treaty entering into force matters for public-private action
The high seas are vital for climate regulation, biodiversity, food security and the global economy. Yet, they have long lacked comprehensive governance.
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Jan 15, 2026Mohammad Al-Tawaha
Aqaba Prepares to Launch the Blue Economy Innovation Center
The AqaASEZA in cooperation with UNDP on 15 Jan 2026, held a consultative workshop to discuss the launch of the Center for Sustainable Blue Economy...
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Jan 08, 2026World Economic Forum
'Choose now!': Ocean explorer Sylvia Earle's message of hope ahead of 'Blue Davos'
People alive today have a unique opportunity to safeguard the environment and humanity's future.
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