APEC“中国年”首场活动聚焦海洋渔业合作

Core Insights - The 25th APEC Ocean and Fisheries Working Group (OFWG) meeting was held in Guangzhou, attended by representatives from 16 APEC economies and various organizations, focusing on marine and fisheries cooperation [1][2] - The meeting discussed the implementation of the APEC Ocean Garbage Prevention Roadmap and the progress of combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, as well as small-scale fisheries and aquaculture [1][2] - The outcomes of the meeting are expected to support future OFWG meetings and the APEC "China Year" marine cooperation agenda, emphasizing the importance of deepening collaboration in the marine sector [3] Group 1 - The meeting reviewed the APEC "China Year" theme and priority areas, and discussed the 2026 OFWG work plan and strategic framework for 2026-2028 [1] - The Chinese delegation reported on the progress of the APEC Ocean Sustainable Development Center's 2025 work and plans for 2026, showcasing various marine cooperation projects [2] - The meeting included bilateral discussions between China and the US on marine ecosystem protection and sustainable utilization of marine resources, fostering important consensus for practical cooperation [2] Group 2 - The APEC Ocean Literacy Promotion Inclusive Development Action Plan draft received positive responses from multiple economies, laying a foundation for consensus [1][2] - The meeting served as a key event for the APEC "China Year," providing critical support for the marine cooperation agenda [3] - Participants also visited local sites to observe China's innovative practices in coastal spatial planning and wetland protection [2]