Core Concept - The "Two Mountains" concept, proposed by Xi Jinping 20 years ago, emphasizes that ecological health is equivalent to economic wealth, and has been successfully implemented in Guangxi, showcasing significant ecological restoration and sustainable development efforts [1] Group 1: Ecological Restoration and Achievements - The restoration of Qilin Bay in Qinzhou has been recognized as one of 14 global exemplary cases for marine ecological protection and restoration, demonstrating China's ecological civilization and innovative practices [2][4] - The population of the critically endangered white-headed langur in Chongzuo has increased from 598 in 2003 to over 1,400, highlighting successful biodiversity conservation efforts [1][9] - Guangxi has invested nearly 40 billion yuan in marine ecological protection and restoration projects, restoring 195 kilometers of coastline and approximately 3,300 hectares of coastal wetlands [4][5] Group 2: Economic Development through Ecological Practices - The integration of ecological protection with tourism in Qilin Bay has transformed visitor experiences, leading to increased local employment and recognition as a cultural tourism hotspot [4][5] - In Xincheng County, the introduction of gold-silver flower cultivation has created a complete industrial chain, generating an annual output value of 1.5 billion yuan and aiding in rural revitalization [11][12] - The forestry industry in Guangxi has seen a total output value exceeding 1 trillion yuan, with significant growth in the green economy and sustainable practices [13][14] Group 3: Biodiversity and Conservation Efforts - Guangxi is home to 223 nature reserves, with a rich biodiversity that includes 1,151 species of terrestrial vertebrates and 10,466 species of higher plants, ranking third in the country for biodiversity richness [9][10] - The establishment of community protection areas for the white-headed langur has led to a 2-3% annual increase in their population, showcasing effective community involvement in conservation [8][9] - The recovery of marine species such as the Baird's beaked whale and the Chinese white dolphin indicates a positive trend in marine biodiversity in the Beibu Gulf [10] Group 4: Environmental Quality Improvement - The air quality in Guangxi has improved significantly, with the proportion of days with good air quality rising from 91.6% in 2018 to 97.1% in 2024 [15] - The water quality of surface water has maintained a good ratio of over 96% for seven consecutive years, reflecting effective pollution control measures [15] - The coastal waters have consistently been rated as "excellent" for 12 years, indicating ongoing improvements in marine environmental quality [15]

Core Points - The establishment of eight new youth task forces by the South China Sea Ecological Center aims to enhance marine ecological protection, scientific research, and emergency response efforts [5][7] - The youth task forces have been recognized for their contributions, including completing 14 promotional events with over 10,000 participants, showcasing their role in advancing ecological awareness [5] - The focus areas of the new task forces include marine ecological monitoring, technological innovation, and public education on marine conservation [8][10] Group 1: Youth Task Forces - The newly formed business development planning and technical service expansion task force aims to improve the service capabilities of young professionals while integrating various functions [7] - The intelligent ecological buoy task force focuses on ensuring marine ecological safety through real-time monitoring and early warning systems using big data and AI technologies [7] - The marine rare and endangered species research task force is dedicated to monitoring and protecting species such as birds, whales, and sea turtles, utilizing advanced monitoring technologies [10][11] Group 2: Research and Monitoring - The seagrass bed research task force aims to create a comprehensive map of seagrass ecosystems in the South China Sea, analyzing ecological health and risks [11] - The Yangjiang nuclear power cold source risk research task force focuses on ecological environment analysis and disaster biological monitoring around nuclear facilities [13] - The marine ecological risk early warning monitoring task force is developing pollution detection and risk assessment models to support ecological restoration and monitoring efforts [13]

Core Points - The joint action taken by the marine bureau and local government in Qinzhou City aimed to clean up illegal fishing nets in the northern waters of the Maowei Sea National Marine Park, removing a total of 34 nets over a length of approximately 15 kilometers, and purifying an area of about 13.31 square kilometers [1] Group 1 - The illegal fishing method known as "fixed nets" poses significant threats to marine resources and ecological environments, capturing a wide range of fish and shrimp, and creating safety hazards for maritime operations and navigation [1] - The Qinzhou City government announced a plan to conduct cleanup operations across all jurisdictional waters, focusing on critical habitats such as the habitat of the white dolphin in Sanniao Bay and mangrove protection areas [1] - The cleanup efforts will target various types of illegal fishing gear, including blocking nets, fishing traps, and other associated facilities that violate regulations [1]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Ecological Civilization Guiyang International Forum focuses on marine protected area construction and high seas ecological protection, emphasizing the need for global cooperation in marine conservation efforts [1][2]. Group 1: Marine Biodiversity and Protection - The Southern Ocean is home to over 17,000 known marine species and covers approximately 10% of the world's ocean area, highlighting its ecological significance [1]. - Effective protection of at least 30% of the global ocean is necessary to maintain a resilient and biodiverse marine environment, as stated by Laure Sierra Katz, co-chair of the Blue Nature Alliance [1]. - The "Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework" established a target to protect at least 30% of global land and ocean by 2030, which China promoted during the 15th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity [1]. Group 2: Local and Global Efforts in Marine Conservation - Guizhou province, despite being inland, recognizes the importance of marine ecological protection as a global issue and has been actively involved in ecological restoration projects [2]. - The forum aims to provide new insights for the construction of marine protected areas and high seas ecological protection, with participation from numerous experts and scholars [2]. - The roundtable discussion featured 11 experts who shared their recommendations on high seas protected area construction, addressing issues such as climate change and species diversity [2].

Group 1 - The "Regulations on Promoting High-Quality Development of the Marine Economy in Guangdong Province" has been approved and will take effect on July 1, marking the first local legislation aimed at promoting marine economic development in Guangdong [1] - The regulations consist of seven chapters and fifty-three articles, focusing on marine industry development, technological innovation, green development, open cooperation, and comprehensive service and support [1][2] - The regulations require coastal governments to coordinate the development of land and marine resources, implement classified protection and utilization of coastlines, and optimize the spatial layout of the marine economy [1][3] Group 2 - The regulations encourage the development of emerging marine industries, guiding electronic information companies to expand into marine fields and enhance the R&D capabilities of high-end marine electronic equipment [2] - There is a focus on promoting marine engineering equipment manufacturing, encouraging breakthroughs in key technologies, and supporting the development of new marine equipment such as submersibles and underwater robots [2] - The regulations also include provisions for modern marine ranching, emphasizing the establishment of supporting infrastructure and a mechanism for approving marine use for aquaculture [2] Group 3 - The regulations aim to strengthen the control of marine ecological space and marine development utilization, improving protection levels and efficiency of coastline use [3] - Coastal governments are required to enhance overall marine ecological environment protection and promote systematic protection of typical marine ecological types such as mangroves and coral reefs [3] - The regulations mandate the establishment of a balance system for coastline occupation and restoration, along with a funding mechanism for coastline remediation [3] Group 4 - The provincial government is tasked with conducting basic investigations and surveys of marine resources, while supporting the construction of marine data spaces [4] - Governments at or above the county level must ensure land and marine use for marine projects according to land spatial planning [4] - The regulations also detail the optimization of approval procedures for certain marine projects and the valuation and bidding processes for marine and uninhabited island usage rights [4]

Core Viewpoint - Zhejiang Province is actively implementing policies to promote high-quality development of the marine economy, aligning with national strategies for ocean economic growth and resource utilization [1]. Group 1: Planning and Development - Emphasis on planning as a foundation to establish a new pattern for high-quality marine development, integrating various planning systems at provincial, municipal, and county levels [2][3]. - The province has completed the investigation of historical land reclamation, with 412,000 acres receiving approval for use, and has implemented policies to attract major projects to these areas, achieving a comprehensive utilization rate of 40% [4][5]. Group 2: Resource Utilization - Focus on revitalizing existing marine resources through innovative policies, leading to the activation of 20 projects and attracting investments of 8.5 billion [6][7]. - Introduction of layered and three-dimensional utilization of marine space, with 180 projects approved, enhancing corporate benefits and ecological protection [8]. Group 3: Market and Trade - Exploration of a unified market for marine resources, with the implementation of an online trading system for marine usage rights, resulting in 15 transactions covering 4,320 acres [9][10]. Group 4: Environmental Protection - Commitment to ecological safety by enhancing historical reclamation restoration efforts and establishing strict regulatory mechanisms for illegal marine usage [11][12].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the importance of marine ecological early warning monitoring and disaster prevention and reduction as a fundamental aspect of natural resource management in Liaoning Province [1][3] - Liaoning Province is committed to ecological priority and coordinated disaster prevention and reduction to support high-quality development of the marine economy [2][3] Group 2 - Liaoning Province is advancing marine ecological early warning monitoring and disaster prevention efforts to ensure a positive interaction between high-level protection and high-quality development, thereby strengthening the marine ecological safety barrier [3][4] - The provincial government has issued guidelines to enhance marine monitoring and early warning mechanisms, implement coastal protection and restoration projects, and build a sustainable marine ecosystem [3][5] Group 3 - The province has initiated comprehensive investigations of eight typical marine ecosystems and 18 key areas, along with monitoring ecological trends at 104 provincial control stations [5] - A blue carbon database has been established, and the first marine ecological early warning monitoring bulletin will be released in 2024, indicating good water conditions in Liaoning's coastal waters [5] Group 4 - Liaoning has implemented 33 restoration projects, including coastal protection and marine ecological restoration, enhancing disaster resistance and ecological functions [7] - Specific projects include the construction of new flood defenses and the strengthening of existing embankments to improve flood prevention standards [7] Group 5 - The province has developed a comprehensive emergency response system for marine disasters, including storm surges and sea ice, with enhanced monitoring and prevention measures [9] - A multi-dimensional observation system has been established, integrating various technologies for effective disaster prevention and response [9]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the ongoing efforts and achievements in the construction of beautiful bays across China's coastal regions, highlighting ecological restoration and sustainable development initiatives. Group 1: National Initiatives - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment has issued documents such as "Basic Requirements for Beautiful Bay Construction" and "Action Plan for Enhancing Beautiful Bay Construction" since the 14th Five-Year Plan, promoting a multi-governance model for coastal areas [1] - By 2027, the goal is to achieve a beautiful bay construction rate of approximately 40%, with seven coastal cities including Tangshan and Weihai actively engaged in this initiative [1] Group 2: Ecological Restoration Examples - In Hebei's Qinhuangdao, the area of Qili Hai has increased from 2.86 square kilometers to about 15 square kilometers through various ecological restoration efforts, transforming it into a "bird paradise" [3] - Shandong's Hai Long Bay has undergone significant changes, restoring 1,882 meters of sandy coastline and 460,000 square meters of beach area as part of the first "port-to-sea" restoration project in China [5] - Jiangsu's Dafeng Chuan Dong Port has seen improvements in water quality and ecological conditions through continuous ecological protection and construction efforts [7] - In Fujian's Xiamen, approximately 4.5 square kilometers of land has been returned to the sea, and all 110 marine discharge outlets have been rectified, creating a livable coastal city [9] Group 3: Specific Restoration Techniques - Xiamen's Guanyin Mountain Beach, once degraded, has been successfully restored by constructing protective structures to mitigate wave impact, demonstrating effective ecological restoration techniques [19] - The implementation of a "three-water diversion" system in the village of Aotou has significantly improved water quality, with all wastewater now meeting national Class II water quality standards [22][24] - The establishment of a citizen lake chief system and volunteer participation in the management of Yundang Lake has led to the restoration of 26,000 square meters of mangrove area [24] Group 4: Tourism and Economic Impact - Xiamen has seen a 14.60% year-on-year increase in domestic and international tourist arrivals, totaling 27.66 million in the first quarter, reflecting the positive impact of beautiful bay construction on local tourism [30]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the ongoing challenges and efforts in improving marine ecological environments in China's coastal areas, highlighting the need for continued action to achieve the goal of "beautiful bays" by 2035 [1][3]. Group 1: Marine Environmental Status - The quality of nearshore waters in China has shown improvement, with 83.7% of water classified as good (Class I and II) [2]. - Among 283 bay units, 162 have over 85% of their area classified as good water quality, and 125 bays have 100% good water quality [2]. - However, there are concerns about pollution rebound in some bays and estuaries, as well as high incidences of marine oil spills and other environmental incidents [1][3]. Group 2: Policy and Planning - The "14th Five-Year Plan" for marine ecological environment protection outlines the goal of advancing the construction and protection of beautiful bays, with a target of achieving a 40% completion rate by 2027 [1][3]. - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment has initiated key actions focusing on enhancing the quality of beautiful bays and protecting typical marine ecosystems such as mangroves and coral reefs [3][4]. Group 3: Local Initiatives - Jiangsu Province has taken the lead in implementing a pilot program for beautiful bays, establishing a structured approach with specific timelines and goals for each bay [5][6]. - The province has also introduced a reward system for exemplary projects, offering financial incentives to encourage local participation in bay beautification efforts [6]. - In Lianyungang City, significant progress has been made in marine garbage management, with over 10 tons of waste cleared and a target of achieving a 97.4% good water quality ratio by 2024 [8].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant growth of China's marine economy, projected to exceed 10 trillion yuan in 2024, emphasizing the harmonious coexistence of economic development and ecological protection in marine industries [1][12]. Marine Economy Development - China's marine economy is experiencing robust growth across various sectors, including marine fisheries, manufacturing, services, and emerging industries, contributing significantly to national economic growth [1][12]. - In Hainan, the marine production value is expected to grow by 10.4% in 2024, accounting for 34.1% of the regional GDP, driven by technological and industrial innovation [12]. Innovative Agricultural Practices - The cultivation of salt-tolerant crops, such as "sea worm grass," in saline-alkali land demonstrates an innovative approach to utilizing coastal areas for agriculture, promoting both economic and ecological benefits [2][5]. - The economic value of sea worm grass is substantial, with stable income of approximately 50,000 yuan per acre, while also contributing to environmental restoration by filtering nutrients from aquaculture [2][5]. Marine Engineering Materials - Research on long-lasting engineering materials is crucial for marine activities facing harsh conditions, with a new national laboratory established to address material corrosion issues that result in significant global economic losses [6][8]. - The laboratory aims to develop materials that can withstand the unique challenges of tropical marine environments, enhancing the durability of marine equipment [6][8]. Ecological Restoration Efforts - The Hainan Dongzhai Port National Nature Reserve, the largest mangrove area in China, is undergoing comprehensive ecological restoration, balancing protection and development [8][9]. - Increased public awareness and community involvement have led to improved biodiversity, with the number of bird species in the reserve rising from 185 to 230, indicating successful ecological recovery [9].