The 3rd International Ocean Governance Forum will take place in a virtual format at 14-17hrs (CEST) on April 20, 2021.

The European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, Virginijus Sinkevičius will open the event. Keynote speakers from the EU’s international partners will share their vision for ocean sustainability. Dedicated panel sessions with ocean stakeholders and key Commission services will discuss the IOG Forum recommendations and their uptake in EU policies.

Why participate?

The event will mark the conclusion of the open and inclusive consultation process on International Ocean Governance launched by the European Commission in association with the European External Action Service in 2020 with the establishment of the IOG forum. Further information on the consultation and the Forum can be found here.

The recommendations will support the development of the International Ocean Governance Agenda –the EU’s plan of action for the future of our oceans.

More information about the event can be found here

Registrations are open till Monday 19 April. Register here