The Commonwealth and the Government of the Republic of Cyprus have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Blue Charter Centre of Excellence in Larnaca to strengthen governance for a sustainable blue economy and support scientific research on ocean protection.
Delegates attending the inaugural Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting in the Republic of Cyprus today committed to take forward their consultations to upcoming global summits.
The Commonwealth today launched a new toolkit to promote gender-responsive practices in ocean-related occupations. Turning the Tides of Inclusion: A Toolkit for Gender Equality in Ocean Sectors is a guide for policymakers, organisations, and individuals to help promote inclusion and unlock the full potential of sustainable blue economies.
The Commonwealth Secretariat is working with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda to help build climate resilience in small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the agriculture sector, with a focus on enhancing their access to funding to support their growth.
Assessment of voting process is that it was well conducted and peaceful, however, the group raised a number of issues that could impact on the credibility, transparency and inclusivity of the process