World Ocean Conference 2009

The 'World Ocean Conference 2009 (WOC) will be be held in Manado, Indonesia between May 11-15, 2009. The WOC will be on the theme of "Climate Change Impacts on Oceans and The Role of Oceans in Climate Change".

The organizers state that the gaol of the conference is "to discuss current issues in the marine field which are related to climate change, and how the world can wisely utilize the ocean to weather crisis. Furthermore, WOC 2009 is expected to create a more aligned global vision and commitments from participating governments and institutions to work together to improve marine resource management."

Contact details
Website: http://www.woc2009.org/home.php

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