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The opening ceremony of the Workshop on Juncao Technology of the 21st Century Maritime Cooperation Committee was held in Fuzhou on May 16th. Representatives from 12 countries, including members of the Committee, Fuzhou’s International Friendship Cities and South Pacific countries, and staff of Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government and China National Engineering Research Center of Juncao Technology gathered together to further strengthen international cooperation, improve food production capacity and green sustainable development with Juncao technology as the carrier, making Juncao grass as the “grass of blessing and wealth” for people in developing countries and contributing Chinese wisdom, Chinese solution and Chinese strength to the implementation of the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. The 10-day event will last until May 25th.
Juncao is honored as China’s gift to the world. President Xi attaches great importance to the international cooperation in Juncao technology. When he was in Fujian, he introduced the Juncao technology to Papua New Guinea. After more than 20 years, Juncao has taken root in 106 countries and regions. It has played an important role in enhancing the development and well-being of the local people, craved a new path to increase job opportunities, eliminate poverty, and promote sustainable development, becoming one of the key projects of China to help developing countries achieve the sustainable development goals.
The workshop is jointly hosted by the 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government and organized by the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government and Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University. It is carried out in the form of classroom lectures, cultural experiences, on-site teaching and visits to introduce edible and medicinal mushrooms, the cultivation and management of Juncao grass, and the utilization of Juncao technology. The extensive use of Juncao technology in food security, ecological management and clean energy will be discussed to deepen the cooperation of members in promoting green development. The organizer will issue certificates of completion to the participants who attend the workshop.
During the event, the guests will also visit Yantaishan Historic District, Shangxiahang Historic and Cultural District, Shipyard Museum and other places to learn more about the current economic and social development of Fuzhou, a famous national historic and cultural city.
Du Weiguang, Deputy Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government and Deputy Secretary General of the 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, pointed out that Fuzhou is among the first batch of coastal cities opening to the outside world with long history and unique marine culture. Fuzhou has yielded fruitful outcomes by adhering to the ideological essence of “Vision 3820” Strategic Plan and by making a grand development blue print to advance the construction of marine Fuzhou during the past thirty plus years. Since its unveiling as a result for people-to-people connectivity at the first Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation in 2017, the 21st Century Maritime Cooperation Committee has become an important platform for maritime cooperation between countries and regions that jointly build the “Belt and Road Initiative” by actively organizing various brand activities of the Committee and deepening close contact and exchanges with its members.
Source: Fuzhou Broadcast and Television
The closing ceremony of Online Workshop on Ocean and Climate Change is held via cloud meeting
On the afternoon of Sept. 16, the Online Workshop on Ocean and Climate Change, co-sponsored by United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific (hereinafter referred to as “UCLG ASPAC”), UNESCO Beijing Cluster Office, China Center for Contemporary World Studies, International Department of Central Committee of CPC, and 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, concluded with success. Over 50 experts, scholars and representatives from Committee members, local governments and institutions in 14 counties, such as New Zealand, Indonesia, Nepal, Kenya, Sri Lanka, etc. met via the online platform.
During the 3-day event, six experts from Fujian Provincial Climatology Center, Xiamen University, Makassar City of Indonesia, Minjiang University and the National Institute of Oceanography Pakistan gave lectures on topics of “Global warming is accelerating, it is urgent to combat climate change——Starting from the unprecedented high temperature weather in China this year”, “Interaction of Climate Change and Macroalgae in a Changing Ocean”, “Mitigation of climate change impact with reclamation in Makassar”, “Ocean Hypoxia and Ecological Effects under Global Climate Change”, “Sea Ice and Climate Change”, and “Climate Change, its Impacts on the Coastal Zone and Implications”, which were warmly welcomed by the participants.
During Panel Discussion, based on their own expertise and the practices of their local governments and organizations against climate change, representatives from County Government of Mombasa, Kenya, Municipal Commission of Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte Municipal Council, Sri Lanka, All India Institute of Local Self Government, and Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, had a lively exchange. Mr. Abdul Salam, Director of Climate Change, County Government of Mombasa, Kenya, said that Kenya is currently experiencing multi-faceted climate impacts, which creates various challenges for economic development and poverty reduction, and that there is a need to mitigate climate change and address relevant issues through establishing strong policies. Mr. MD Abdur Rahim, Doctoral Student of UCAS, China and Associate Professor of PSTU, Bangladesh, said that the lectures had important implications for Bangladesh to overcome ocean challenges and develop blue economy. He expressed his hope for all parties to unite and work together to tackle climate change. The six lecturers also attended the Penal Discussion and answered questions on questions such as how to balance marine environmental protection and sustainable blue economy development in coastal cities of developing countries.
Speeches by representatives of participants
At the closing ceremony, Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi, Secretary-General of UCLG ASPAC, addressed the audience by a video message. She thanked the 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee for the excellent work in implementing the capacity building on marine and climate change. She emphasized that ocean conservation and action should do by us and there should be solidarity and coordination. She pointed out that all stakeholders should respond to the challenge of oceans and climate change under the guidance of United Nations’ Decade of Action and the UNESCO’s Decade of Ocean. The Mayor of Georgetown City, Guyana, and the Economic Development Officer of Dhankuta Municipality, Nepal and the Adviser of Local Councils Association of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan spoke as representatives of participants. They said that the workshop had in-depth elaboration on various angles of ocean and climate change, and provided new ideas for the global response to climate change under the new situation. They thanked the Committee for organizing this event and looked forward to continuous exchanges and cooperation with all parties in the future for jointly promoting regional ocean governance and addressing the challenges of climate change.
Representatives of Fuzhou at the closing ceremony
Mr. Du Weiguang, Deputy Director of the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government and Deputy Secretary General of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, delivered the brief summary speech on behalf of the Secretariat of the Committee. He pointed out that through this workshop, we gained a better understanding of the harms of climate change and the response measures of countries and regions. The idea of marine protection and green development is now more deeply rooted in our hearts. “Though the workshop is closing, the cases and experience shared will serve as the foundation for future cooperation. Facing the new developments, let us build consensus, act upon the concept of green and low-carbon development, deepen cooperation, and promote the sustainable development of the marine economy to build a community of human-nature harmony”, said Mr. Du.
Source: 21CMCC
On the afternoon of Sept. 14, in order to foster regional marine governance, and further promote the exchanges and cooperation in green development among members of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, the Online Workshop on Ocean and Climate Change, co-sponsored by United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific (hereinafter referred to as “UCLG ASPAC”), UNESCO Beijing Cluster Office, China Center for Contemporary World Studies, International Department, Central Committee of CPC, and 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, was launched via the online platform. Mr. Ashok Kumar Byanju Shrestha, President of UCLG ASPAC and Mayor of Dhulikhel Municipality, Prof. Shahbaz Khan, Director and Representative of UNESCO Beijing Cluster Office, Mr. Qi Wei, Deputy Director of China Center for Contemporary World Studies, and other special guests attended the opening ceremony and delivered speeches.
The 3-day workshop has been participated by over 50 representatives, experts and scholars from 28 local governments and institution in 14 counties, such as New Zealand, Indonesia, Nepal, Kenya, Sri Lanka and so on. The workshop includes six lectures and one panel discussion session, which show the latest research results and share effective management practices in perspectives such as climate change and marine environment, ecology, and economy, etc.
Mr. Ashok Kumar Byanju Shrestha, President of UCLG ASPAC, addresses the opening ceremony
“Climate change has no borders. It is high time we address this issue without delay to safeguard our beautiful homeland. It is now time to ignite the action against climate change, unite again, and go beyond borders for a clean and healthier mother earth”, said Mr. Ashok Kumar Byanju Shrestha, President of UCLG ASPAC and Mayor of Dhulikhel Municipality, in his opening speech.
Prof. Shahbaz Khan, Director and Representative of UNESCO Beijing Cluster Office,
addresses the opening ceremony
Prof. Shahbaz Khan, Director and Representative of UNESCO Beijing Cluster Office, said, “This is a timely event, and is very well aligned with UNESCO’s work in China and globally... I take this opportunity to encourage the all stakeholders to join partnerships that support ocean research and sustainable management, and to raise our level of ambition for the recovery of ocean health.”
Mr. Qi Wei, Deputy Director of China Center for Contemporary World Studies, International Department, Central Committee of CPC, addresses the opening ceremony
“We must jointly protect the marine environment, develop and utilize marine resources in an orderly manner, and work together to address global challenges such as climate warming and sea level rise, so as to leave a blue and beautiful planet to the future generations.” noted Mr. Qi Wei, Deputy Director of China Center for Contemporary World Studies.
Mr. Chen Guoping, Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Putian Municipal People’s Government,
addresses the opening ceremony
Mr. Chen Guoping, Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Putian Municipal People’s Government, said, “It is hoped that this workshop can promote global researches on ocean and climate change and facilitate mutual learning for jointly building a marine community with a shared future”
Prof. Fang Qinhua, Deputy Director of Coastal and Ocean Management Institute, Xiamen University,
addresses the opening ceremony
Prof. Fang Qinhua, Deputy Director of Coastal and Ocean Management Institute, Xiamen University, said, “Climate change is not only a potential risk but also an emerging challenge the whole world is facing ... more and more decision-makers, managers and practitioners from local governments have paid attention to this issue ... I hope that through the platform of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, all the parties can communicate deeply and work together to contribute to the development of science and technology for the response to the future climate change.
Prof. Guo Xiumei, Deputy Director of Institute of Oceanography, Minjiang University,
addresses the opening ceremony
Prof. Guo Xiumei, Deputy Director of Institute of Oceanography, Minjiang University, said, “The ocean is closely linked to climate change... Since the industrial revolution, human activities have threatened the climate and oceans to some extent... I hope we can, with joint efforts, make more contribution to the oceans and the response to climate change.”
Mr. Wu Xiaojie (left), Executive Deputy Secretary General of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and Director of the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government, addresses the opening ceremony
Mr. Wu Xiaojie, Executive Deputy Secretary General of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and Director of the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government, said, “It is our hope that through this workshop, we can build more consensus, facilitate the formation of policies in line with green development at the local level, adhere to green and low-carbon development, and safeguard our shared marine community.
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The closing ceremony of Online Workshop on Marine Litter Management held via video link
On the afternoon of August 27th, the Online Workshop on Marine Litter Management, co-hosted by 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and World Association of Major Metropolises, successfully concluded. More than 60 participants from countries such as Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Nepal, Kenya and Sri Lanka attended the event via video link. They include experts in the marine field and representatives of members from the Committee, Metropolis, the United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC), as well as friendship cities of Fuzhou.
In the 3-day workshop, six experts from United Nations Environment Programme, Fuzhou Municipal Bureau of Ecology and Environment, Xiamen University, Kiribati Local Government Association (KiLGA), Minjiang University and Surabaya City Government, Indonesia, made six lectures respectively on “Addressing Marine Litter in the Northwest Pacific Region”, “Integrated Terrestrial and Marine Waste Management Powered by Cloud Technology”, “Xiamen’s Experience on Marine Litter Management: From a Perspective of Integrated Coastal Management”, “Dealing with Land Littering and Pollution on Betio City to Produce a Green Land Environment for a Cleaner Blue Marine Environment”, “Marine Plastic Pollution and Governance Practices in China” and “Waste Management in the Waters of the City of Surabaya”. All the lectures were warmly welcomed.
Lively exchanges of views by participants at the panel discussion
During panel discussion, representitives from County Government of Mombasa, Kenya, Municipal Council - Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka, District Council Association, Gwadar, Pakistan, Huvadhoo Aid of Maldives, Bandar Lampung City, Indonesia, and City Government of Vigan, the Philippines, carried out heated discussions with the knowledge that they had learned in the workshop and their cities or organizations’ experience and practices on marine litter management. Baboo Gulab, Chairman of District Council Association, Gwadar, Pakistan, believes that the lectures have been highly inspirational for Gwadar in its marine litter management, and hopes that the public can increase their awareness regarding marine litter and start the treatment individually. Areesh Abdulla, Director Administration and Finance, Huvadhoo Aid, said that marine litter is one of the biggest environmental challenges facing the Maldives, and that many islands lack proper waste management facilities due to the limited space and funding availability. It is his hope that all parties can work together to address the marine litter issue. The six lecturers also attended the panel discussion, and answered participants’ questions, such as how to raise the public awareness on marine litter.
Speeches by participant representatives at Closing Ceremony
At the Closing Ceremony, officials from Federation of Sri Lankan Local Government Authorities (FSLGA) and Division of Environment, Kuala Lumpur City Hall, Malaysia spoke as participant representatives. They expressed that this workshop covered a wide range of topics and participants learned rich experiences in fields such as the key measures for marine litter management and the development of the top-level infrastructure, such as policies, legislation, regulatory methods and so on. They showed their gratitude to the Committee for the organization of the workshop, and expressed their hope that all the parties will continue to work closely for the joint promotion of marine litter management in the future.
Representitves of Fuzhou attend the Closing Ceremony
Mr. Du Weiguang, Deputy Director of the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government, made a brief summary on behalf of the secretariat of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee. He noted that the workshop gave all participants a deeper understanding of the hazards of marine debris and the governance practice of participants’ regions. Because of the workshop, the idea of marine ecological protection also became more deeply rooted in people’s hearts. “Although this workshop is about to end, the shared cases and experience will serve as a foundation for our future cooperation in related fields”, added Mr. Du. He also expressed his hope that all participanting parties will rely on the platform of the Committee to promote collaboration and win-win results in contribution to a beautiful marine ecology embodying harmony between man and nature.
Online Workshop on Marine Litter Management of 21st-Century Maritime
Cooperation Committee was held online.
For further participation in global marine governance and promotion of marine collaboration among members of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, the 3-day Online Workshop on Marine Litter Management, co-hosted by 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and World Association of Major Metropolises, commenced on the afternoon of August 25th via video link. This workshop attracted more than 60 participants and experts from 30 cities and organizations of 15 countries, such as Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Nepal, Kenya, Sri Lanka and so on. Around the theme of marine litter pollution and its treatment for creation of clean blue oceans, the event will include six lectures and one panel discussion, providing a platform of in-depth exchanges for participating members.
Mr. Octavi de la Varga, Sacretary General of World Association of Major Metropolises,
addressed the audience.
Mr. Octavi de la Varga, Sacretary General of World Association of Major Metropolises, said, “Floating garbage is a problem for the economy and the environment, especially for the survival of the humanity. It’s important, when we are tackling the issue of floating garbage, to have holistic approaches. This workshop today will help us start discussion in finding solutions, in connecting the dots, and in having this holistic approach that I’m calling for.”
Mr. Ashok Kumar Byanju Shrestha, President of UCLG ASPAC, addressed the audience.
“To address this problem will require global, regional and national platforms of action including implementation of projects and activities, so we all have to make strong move out in order to minimize or troubleshoot this problem”, said Mr. Ashok Kumar Byanju Shrestha, President of the United Cities and Local Governments Asia Pacific (UCLG ASPAC) and Mayor of Dhulikhel Municipality, Nepal.
Mr. Sun Zhimei, Deputy Sacretary General of Ningde Municipal People’s Government and Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Ningde Municipal People’s Government, delivered a speech.
Mr. Sun Zhimei, Deputy Sacretary General of Ningde Municipal People’s Government and Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Ningde Municipal People’s Government, noted, “I hope that through this workshop we can enhance exchanges and cooperation in marine litter management, learning from one another and jointly protecting marine ecology.”
Prof. Chen Jianming, President of Institute of Oceanography, Minjiang University, delivered a speech.
Prof. Chen Jianming, President of Institute of Oceanography, Minjiang University, added, “Marine litter management is a worldwide problem. Enormous amounts of marine litter have posed a serious threat to marine environment, biodiversity, and navigation. I hope our cooperation can contribute better measures to marine litter management.”
Prof. Fang Qinhua, Deputy Director of Coastal and Ocean Management Institute(COMI),
Xiamen University, gave a speech.
Prof. Fang Qinhua, Deputy Director of Coastal and Ocean Management Institute(COMI), Xiamen University, pointed out, “This workshop provides an opportunity of exchanging insights, exploring countermeasures of marine litter, and building consensus among participating members. I believe this workshop will contribute not only to addressing the global issue of marine litter management, but to establishing a platform of effective global ocean governance as well.”
Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi, Secretary General of UCLG ASPAC, gave an address.
In her address, Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi, Secretary General of UCLG ASPAC, commended 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee on its excellent work and its consistency in implementing the capacity building on marine litter management. In expression of her expectations, the Secretary General said, “I’m confident that the Committee can take an active role in exploring further opportunities within the scope of sustainable coastal urbanization, blue and green economy, and marine litter management. I expect this online workshop will find concrete solutions on the marine ecological conservation and disaster risks reduction, forming the solid collaboration of the key actors based on the Penta-helix cooperation principles.”
Mr. Wu Xiaojie, Executive Deputy Secretary General of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government, delivered the address.
Mr. Wu Xiaojie, Executive Deputy Secretary General of 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and Director of Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government, said, “We hope that this workshop can further build consensus, and increase all the society’s sense of duty for constantly protecting marine ecology and treating marine pollution. We must promote the marine protection actions among committee members, improve the capacity to treat marine litter, and strengthen joint prevention and control of marine litter pollution, so that we can safeguard our beautiful coastlines and oceans.”
From August 31 to September 1, the workshop on Marine Ecological Conservation and Disaster Risk Reduction, co-hosted by 21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee and World Association of the Major Metropolises (Metropolis), was carried out via videolink.
In the workshop, scholars from Minjiang University and specialists from Fuzhou Municipal Ocean and Fishery Administration delivered 5 lectures, concerning marine disaster prevention and reduction, marine industry development, current status of native oyster reefs and related ecological restoration approaches, marine aquaculture and sustainable development, and conservation and sustainable utilization of marine biodiversity, respectively. Speakers elaborated on targeted themes and shared with participants their experiences and practices in promoting maritime industry and preventing marine disasters.
"In recent years, we conducted an array of researches on marine creatures, ecological environments and intelligent fishery. Our researches, including the invasion of alien spices (Spartina alterniflora for instance), the monitoring of red tide and microplastics, the conservation of germplasm resource of protists, the treatment of pollution, the intelligence in breeding platform and the shipping safety management, have technologically supported the marine fishery and ecological preservation in Fuzhou.” A scholar from Minjiang University said.
Lecturers from Fuzhou Municipal Ocean and Fishery Administration indicate that in past few years, Fuzhou has strengthened its fundamental capacities, such as fishing harbor construction, forecasting and broadcasting, the organization and real-time localization of fishing boat and the building of emergency command system, in the field of maritime disaster prevention. Besides, Fuzhou has proactively prepared contingency plans, made emergency drills, and raised people’s awareness of disasters. “Fuzhou has broad space for cooperation with sister cities on fishery, harbor, tourism, and technology etc. Together with our committee members, I hope we could further deepen pragmatic collaboration and build a marine community with shared future for all parties.” A lecturer said.
Mr. Octavi De la Varga, Secretary General of Metropolis, pointed out that “Marine Ecological Conservation and Disaster Risk Reduction” is a crucial topic for all members and that it is imperative to seek better and shared solutions with an open mind so as to reduce the disaster risk and ensure the marine sustainability.
“21st-Century Maritime Cooperation Committee, jointly established by the UCLG ASPAC, the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government, will continue to play an active role to deepen the communication and cooperation among its committee members in marine conservation, and thus promote the marine economic sustainability”, said Dr. Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi, Secretary-General of the UCLG ASPAC.
A senior official from the Foreign Affairs Office of Fuzhou Municipal People's Government said that this workshop is significant to the deeper communication and cooperation among members and the stronger influence and cohesion of the Committee. The Committee will take this activity as an opportunity to further build the mechanisms of effective dialogue and coordination, construct the significant communicative platform for the “Belt & Road” marine cooperation, concentrate resources of coastal cities and local governments in the Asian-Pacific and the world at large, in order to deepen the exchanges and cooperation in fields of marine economy, marine conservation and disaster prevention and mitigation among coastal cities or organizations in various countries and regions.
“It is hoped that this workshop can further build consensus and promote the sense of calling and responsibility for marine ecological conservation and disaster risk reduction across all sectors of society, so that forceful measures can be taken to really improve the capacity in disaster prevention and mitigation and protect the vast blue oceans,” said this senior official.
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