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On 3 and 4 July 2024, BlueInvest Africa returned for its second edition, destination Kenya! For two days, the little coastal city of Diani became home to Africa’s vibrant blue economy community. Organised by the European Union in collaboration with the Government of the Republic of Kenya,
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Today the Commission announced 26 new projects that will receive €126.9 million to contribute to the EU Mission ‘Restore our Ocean and Waters’
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As the world heats up, the oceans do, too. In this episode of Ocean Calls, we are looking at the damaging, long-term effects of marine heatwaves. We delve into their impacts on corals and fish, and discuss what can be done to help ecosystems to better weather the storm.
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The EU’s maritime security strategy protects the strategic maritime interests of the European Union worldwide.
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High Ambition Coalition on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction.
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Learn how the blue economy contributes to the European Green Deal and the transformation towards a carbon-neutral, circular and biodiverse EU economy.