海洋三所再次获批APEC国际基金项目

Core Viewpoint - The APEC international fund project "Enhancing Coastal Resilience through Protection and Restoration of Typical Marine Ecosystems" has been approved, marking a significant step in marine ecosystem protection and restoration efforts in the Asia-Pacific region [1][2]. Group 1: Project Overview - The project is the first APEC international fund project approved in China focusing on the protection and restoration of typical marine ecosystems [1]. - It is the fourth APEC international fund project led by the Third Institute of Oceanography [1]. - The project is initiated by China and supported by Chile, Indonesia, Peru, and Thailand as co-proponents [1]. Group 2: Objectives and Goals - The aim is to enhance the capacity for integrated protection and restoration of typical marine ecosystems based on ecological connectivity among APEC member economies [1]. - The project will involve coastal communities, research institutions, local governments, and other international partners to promote case studies, thematic discussions, experience sharing, and best practice exchanges [1]. - It seeks to develop guidelines for the overall protection and near-natural restoration of typical marine ecosystems, contributing to a sustainable development paradigm in the Asia-Pacific region [1]. Group 3: Future Directions - The APEC Marine Sustainable Development Center, established under the APEC framework, has received multiple international fund grants, enhancing its role as a regional marine cooperation platform [2]. - The Third Institute of Oceanography plans to leverage the implementation of this project to continue developing landmark cooperative projects for marine ecosystem protection and coastal resilience within the APEC framework [2].