China has taken a series of concrete steps to protect marine biodiversity and promote the sustainable use of ocean resources, according to a report released Thursday by the China Institute for Marine Affairs. The report highlights China’s role in bridging differences between developed and developing countries, which helped finalize a major global marine management agreement that entered into force earlier this year. The Institute’s findings, corroborated by statements from CGM and Xinhua, note that China has implemented the first practical measures for the full and effective implementation of the agreement. Beijing has also assisted developing nations in conducting environmental impact assessments for marine projects. China has signed marine cooperation agreements with more than 50 countries and international organizations. Together, the parties have established over 40 marine research centers and laboratories. The country has also launched a number of small‑scale but effective projects aimed at protecting marine environments, thereby strengthening the capacity of Global South nations in ocean governance. The report further states that China supports the creation and improvement of legal frameworks and the sharing of benefits to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries. It also advocates for an integrated approach to biodiversity conservation and the sustainable use of marine resources. In addition, China has preserved approximately 60,000 samples of marine microorganisms. The country has created repositories and databases for these samples and has introduced specialized services to facilitate access to the specimens and associated data.
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