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On 18 September 2025, and as part of the Annual Science Conference 2025, the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) and the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE) co-hosted the side event “For and from the Baltic:

Today, the Commission adopted its proposal for fishing opportunities for 2026 for the Mediterranean and the Black Seas. The proposal promotes the sustainable management of fish stocks in the Mediterranean and the Black Seas and delivers on the political commitments made in the MedFish4Ever and Sofia

Yesterday marks a historic milestone for ocean conservation as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement reached 60 ratifications, triggering its entry into force in early 2026.

What is the aim of this budget proposal and what does it mean for fisheries, aquaculture and ocean-related activities? The Commission’s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028 – 2034 proposal is a fundamental redesign of the EU budget to make it more integrated, flexible and performance-oriented

The European Union welcomes the long-awaited entry into force of the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, a major milestone after two decades of intense multilateral negotiations.

The countdown to BlueInvest Africa 2025 is on - and momentum is building fast. On 15-16 October, Lomé, Togo, will host the EU’s flagship business event dedicated to accelerating sustainable blue economy and innovation in Africa. 24 selected start-ups are preparing to pitch their solutions

Batak Dam in southern Bulgaria is a tranquil spot surrounded by forested hills, popular for camping, angling and water sports. However, fluctuating water levels have long made access to the dam’s shoreline difficult and sometimes even dangerous.

Crete’s crystal-clear waters and rich marine biodiversity have long attracted visitors, but diving tourism has remained underdeveloped. A pioneering EU-funded project has successfully launched Crete’s first dedicated diving park in Stalis,

Building a sustainable society means changing how we produce and consume, especially when faced with challenges like food security, water pollution, and climate change.