NEW YORK, Jun 06 (IPS) – Francine Pickup is Deputy Assistant Administrator and Deputy Director of Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, UNDP New York.The ocean is far more than a vast expanse of water; it is a cornerstone of life and a critical driver of sustainable development. The intricate relationship between human development and the ocean underscores why ocean governance and sustainability are pivotal to global progress. Its significance becomes particularly evident in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), where the ocean is not just a resource but an intrinsic part of identity and survival.
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