The Albanese Government has reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to working with our Pacific neighbours to sustainably manage and promote a healthy and resilient ocean. At the 6th Pacific - France Summit, held on the sidelines of the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice last week, Pacific leaders discussed regional stability and connectivity, sustainable development, and the resilience of communities and ecosystems.
Pacific leaders shared experiences in implementing the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific continent. A healthy and resilient Blue Pacific is vital for our region’s economy and will safeguard our environment for future generations. Australia is backing Pacific leadership on ocean and climate solutions, including the Unlocking Blue Pacific Prosperity initiative, and by investing $100 million in the Pacific Resilience Facility – a Pacific-owned and led initiative to deliver climate finance directly to communities in our region.
Ratification and implementation of the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement, also known as the UN High Seas Biodiversity Treaty, is a high priority for Australia and the Pacific. The Albanese Government has confirmed we will introduce enabling legislation in the Spring sitting, to allow us to ratify the treaty as soon as possible.
