BY JOHN HOUANIHAU
The Government for National Unity and Transformation (GNUT) is focused on the sustainable management of coastal and marine resources.
This commitment was highlighted by Rexson Ramofafia, the Supervising Minister of Environment, Climate Change, and Disaster Metrology, during the launch of an ocean expedition this month.
Ramofafia stated that the GNUT has developed several policies for the integrated management and governance of ocean resources.
He emphasized the importance of protecting and conserving the environment, particularly coastal and marine areas.
“We are committed to ocean governance and will take actions to protect our marine ecosystems, support sustainable fisheries, and utilize our maritime resources while ensuring their preservation for future generations,” he said.
The Minister also announced that a draft maritime parcel plan has been finalized, which reflects collaboration among various ministries to enhance ocean protection and governance.
The ocean expedition aims to improve understanding of the marine ecosystem, particularly around Guadalcanal, Makira Central, and Malaita.
It will help identify threats to the ecosystem and develop strategies to protect the ocean, including creating marine protected areas.
This expedition is a collaborative effort involving National Geographic Pristine Seas, the Government of the Solomon Islands, members of Ocean12, and the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD).
It will utilize advanced technology to gain insights into the nearshore marine ecosystem and promote ocean conservation.
