包毅楠、曹群：全球海洋治理，厦门可承担更重角色

Group 1 - The "Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction" has officially come into effect, with 82 countries and the EU as signatories, including China [1][2] - China has applied to host the secretariat of the Agreement in Xiamen, competing with Brussels and Valparaíso, reflecting China's commitment to global marine governance and the concept of a "community of shared marine destiny" [1][2] - The establishment of the secretariat in Xiamen would facilitate the coordination of international mechanisms and support the implementation of rules, showcasing China's proactive role in marine sustainability [2][3] Group 2 - Xiamen is recognized as a leading city in high-quality development among bay cities, with a history of balancing marine ecological protection and economic development, supported by national research institutions [3][4] - The application to host the secretariat reflects a shift in global governance focus towards regions with actionable experience, as developing countries enhance their roles in international frameworks [4][5] - The upcoming first conference of the Agreement's contracting parties will likely see intense discussions regarding the secretariat's location, signaling China's readiness to take on more institutional responsibilities in global marine governance [5]