Prince William's warning to world leaders over the future of our oceans
Prince William addressed the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) in Monaco, urging world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, to take decisive action to protect the world's oceans.
William emphasised the urgency of meeting the UN Biodiversity Summit's target to protect 30% of the world's land and sea by 2030, highlighting the threats of rising sea temperatures, plastic pollution, and overfishing.
The Prince quoted Sir David Attenborough, stressing the need to save the sea to save the world, and praised Attenborough's new film 'Ocean' for its compelling argument for immediate action.
William met with Earthshot Prize finalists and winners, showcasing their innovative solutions for ocean conservation, such as coral reef restoration, marine enforcement against illegal fishing, and plastic pollution prevention.
The BEFF, supported by Monaco, France, and Costa Rica, aims to contribute to the UN's sustainable development goal 14, focusing on conserving and sustainably using oceans and marine resources.
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