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SBMA Advances Regional Dialogue on Deep-Sea Governance in Tahiti

The Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) participated in the second meeting of the IRD Regional Dialogue Platform on the Deep-Sea in the Pacific, held in Tahiti from 10–12 December 2024. This significant event brought together diverse stakeholders from across the Pacific to deepen discussions on deep-sea knowledge and governance, building on insights from the inaugural meeting in Nouméa earlier this year.

Media ReleaseDede Mingi16 December 2024Cook Islands, Seabed, Seabed Governance, Deep Sea Dialogue, Pacific Oceans, SBMA Tahiti 2024, Pacific Partnerships, Regional Collaboration, Deep Sea Governance, Ocean Dialogue, Shared Ocean Resources, Future of Our Oceans, Deep Sea Science, Deep Sea Discussions, Regional Dialogue Platform, Oceans Together, UN Ocean Confererence

Cook Islands participate in the Deep Sea Knowledge and Governance Platform Conference

Alex Herman and Dr. John Parianos confirmed the Cook Islands' participation in the Noumea platform, highlighting the Cook Islands' deep-sea policy and the achievements as well as challenges faced by the Seabed Minerals Authority in this area. The Secretary of State for the Sea has requested the IRD spearhead a collaborative scientific evaluation that concentrates on deep-sea knowledge and governance.

Media ReleaseDede Mingi12 April 2024Deep Sea Dialogue, Pacific Governance, Seabed Knowledge, Regional Collaboration, Deep Sea Policy, Blue Pacific 2050, Scientific Assessment, Sustainable Development, Cook Islands SBM, Pacific Research, Environmental Stewardship, Governance Mechanisms

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