A report on integrating coastal blue carbon ecosystems into climate policies compiled by the Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council was recently published by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, underscoring recognition of Taiwan’s marine expertise by the international community and its key role as a regional climate advocate.
According to the OAC, the report incorporates achievements, trends and policy recommendations discussed during the Capacity Building on Integrating Coastal Blue Carbon Ecosystems into Climate Policies in the APEC Region workshop held last October in Taipei City. It identifies key scientific, policy, market and governance challenges while highlighting opportunities to strengthen climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation and coastal resilience.
OAC Minister Kuan Bi-ling said that Taiwan’s goal, outlined in the 2025 National Ocean Policy White Paper, is to become a resilient ocean nation built on security, sustainability and shared prosperity. As a maritime country, Taiwan is actively promoting scientific research on domestic blue carbon ecosystems and leveraging its experience to create benchmark policies for the region.
The council has incorporated international blue carbon research trends and carbon sink value conversion, as well as marine Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures, into domestic policies, Kuan said, adding that the actions have expanded the scope of blue carbon habitat protection and brought together all sectors to take part in marine conservation.
The report not only marks a milestone in international participation but also serves as a reference for other Asia-Pacific countries in formulating climate strategies and facilitating sustainable industrial development, Kuan said. She added that the OAC will continue to expand international cooperation and strengthen exchanges with other APEC member economies to share Taiwan’s governance experience in marine conservation, blue carbon restoration and OECM. (YCH-E)
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According to the OAC, the report incorporates achievements, trends and policy recommendations discussed during the Capacity Building on Integrating Coastal Blue Carbon Ecosystems into Climate Policies in the APEC Region workshop held last October in Taipei City. It identifies key scientific, policy, market and governance challenges while highlighting opportunities to strengthen climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation and coastal resilience.
OAC Minister Kuan Bi-ling said that Taiwan’s goal, outlined in the 2025 National Ocean Policy White Paper, is to become a resilient ocean nation built on security, sustainability and shared prosperity. As a maritime country, Taiwan is actively promoting scientific research on domestic blue carbon ecosystems and leveraging its experience to create benchmark policies for the region.
The council has incorporated international blue carbon research trends and carbon sink value conversion, as well as marine Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures, into domestic policies, Kuan said, adding that the actions have expanded the scope of blue carbon habitat protection and brought together all sectors to take part in marine conservation.
The report not only marks a milestone in international participation but also serves as a reference for other Asia-Pacific countries in formulating climate strategies and facilitating sustainable industrial development, Kuan said. She added that the OAC will continue to expand international cooperation and strengthen exchanges with other APEC member economies to share Taiwan’s governance experience in marine conservation, blue carbon restoration and OECM. (YCH-E)
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