From June 25 to July 3, the 33rd Session of the Assembly of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO is taking place at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. This event is one of the key international forums dedicated to the study and protection of the world’s oceans. On the eve of the session, on June 24, the 58th Session of the IOC Executive Council was held.

The session includes scientific panels and thematic meetings aimed at strengthening international cooperation in ocean monitoring, climate change impact forecasting, and marine environment protection.

Turkmenistan is represented at the event by a delegation including Director of the Caspian Sea Institute Myrat Atajanov, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Maksat Chariyev, as well as Kemal Garaev, representative of the Legal Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.

Turkmenistan reaffirms its commitment to international initiatives for the conservation of marine ecosystems, the development of scientific research, and the strengthening of collaboration in the field of oceanography. Special attention is given to the preservation of biodiversity and the sustainable use of marine resources, including the Caspian Sea as a unique natural asset of the region.

Turkmenistan's active participation in IOC activities allows the country to strengthen its scientific and technical capacity, deepen international scientific dialogue, and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals related to the protection of oceans and seas.

The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO is a specialized body of the United Nations system established in 1960. It coordinates international efforts in ocean research, early warning system development, and the sustainable use of marine resources.

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