- Prince William addressed the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) in Monaco, urging world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, to take decisive action to protect the world's oceans.
- William emphasised the urgency of meeting the UN Biodiversity Summit's target to protect 30% of the world's land and sea by 2030, highlighting the threats of rising sea temperatures, plastic pollution, and overfishing.
- The Prince quoted Sir David Attenborough, stressing the need to save the sea to save the world, and praised Attenborough's new film 'Ocean' for its compelling argument for immediate action.
- William met with Earthshot Prize finalists and winners, showcasing their innovative solutions for ocean conservation, such as coral reef restoration, marine enforcement against illegal fishing, and plastic pollution prevention.
- The BEFF, supported by Monaco, France, and Costa Rica, aims to contribute to the UN's sustainable development goal 14, focusing on conserving and sustainably using oceans and marine resources.
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