Our Ocean Conference

The Our Ocean Conference is a global event focused on marine protection, bringing together governments, donors, companies, and conservation groups. This year's conference, the 11th iteration, is particularly newsworthy as it takes place in Mombasa, Kenya, and serves as a critical juncture to assess the credibility of marine protection pledges made by Asian nations. A significant recent development involves Taiwan accusing Kenya of deporting delegates from the island, an action Taiwan attributes to pressure from China, highlighting the geopolitical complexities surrounding the event. The conference's relevance lies in its role as a platform for accountability, where past commitments to safeguard oceans and marine life are scrutinized, and new actions are expected to be announced. The incident with Taiwan underscores the sensitive political landscape in which international environmental efforts are increasingly operating.