Progress report for
Strengthening institutional capacity and research in oceans at The University of the South Pacific
Achievement at a glance
The partnership has progressed in full compliance with the Voluntary Commitment submitted at the UN Oceans Conference. This has involved staff recruitment, engagement with government and new higher education course design in relation to SDG14 (life below water).<br>
Challenges faced in implementation
Getting clear priorities form government. Lack of coordinator with sector, requiring much time and effort to keep in touch with all other initiatives.<br>
Beneficiaries
PSIDS, University students - to help strengthen the marine capacity.
Actions
This partnership has continued to support key partnerships, research and capacity building for research on oceans and climate change, including ocean acidification.<br>This partnerships is also aimed at finding sustainable shipping solutions for the Pacific.
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