Asia Pacific > UNOC: Pacific Islands announce world’s largest Indigenous-led ocean reserve

UNOC: Pacific Islands announce world’s largest Indigenous-led ocean reserve

Published 14:48 on June 13, 2025 / Last updated at 14:48 on June 13, 2025 / / Asia Pacific, Biodiversity, Other APAC

The governments of Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands have announced plans to set up the world's largest Indigenous-led ocean reserve, with Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia ready to join the initiative.
The governments of Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands have announced plans to set up the world's largest Indigenous-led ocean reserve, with Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia ready to join the initiative.


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