Two global powerhouses are making waves in marine conservation! China and France just shook hands on a groundbreaking agreement to protect our oceans during President Xi Jinping's visit to Paris this week ๐โจ.
The deal, signed with French President Emmanuel Macron, focuses on:
- ๐ฆ Protecting coastal ecosystems and marine life
- โ Cracking down on illegal fishing practices
- ๐ง Reducing plastic pollution in our seas
- ๐ฑ Boosting funding for 'blue economy' innovations
Both nations pledged to ramp up scientific collaboration and promote eco-friendly shipping โ think solar-powered cargo ships and AI pollution trackers ๐ค๐. This comes as coastal communities worldwide face rising sea levels and disappearing coral reefs.
Fun fact: The announcement featured stunning aerial shots of south China's Hainan Province marine reserves ๐ โ proof that environmentalism can be Insta-worthy!
Reference(s):
China, France issue joint statement on deepening marine cooperation
cgtn.com