India Positions Itself as Key Voice in Global Ocean Governance at Second 'Blue Talks'
With less than a month to go for the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France, India on Tuesday hosted the Second Blue Talks , signalling its intent to take a leading role in shaping global ocean policy. Organised by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) in partnership with the Embassies of France and Costa Rica , the event brought together scientists, diplomats, and stakeholders from multiple sectors to articulate India’s priorities for sustainable ocean development. Held at Prithvi Bhawan in New Delhi, the talks were part of a global series of pre-UNOC consultations and served as a platform for India to consolidate its domestic initiatives under the umbrella of international cooperation. With the upcoming conference expected to set the tone for global ocean action under SDG 14 and the BBNJ (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction) Agreement , India's engagement at this stage is being closely watched. The event was chaired by Dr. M. Ravichandran , Secretary,...