Theme selection

Integrating knowledge systems, with a focus on responsibility and respect for the ocean (1)

Effectiveness, equitability and safety of ocean-based approaches to reach the mitigation and adaptation goals of the Paris Climate Agreement (2)

Protection and restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems to ensure sustainable and equitable management (3)

Knowledge of the deep ocean and ways to enable its sustainable use (4)

Marine genetic resources: from discovery to equitable access and sharing of associated benefits (5)

Transparency in the fisheries sector, including illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing (6)

Sustainability, equitability, and safety of ocean-based food systems (7)

Marine plastic pollution (8)

Environmental footprint of maritime transport and decarbonization of shipping (9)

Vibrant science to inform and support ocean action (10)