European Union
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“Today, I am delighted to announce that we as European Union have increased support for Ocean Observation by almost 100 million euro.”
Von der Leyen announces increased EU support for ocean observation by almost 100 million euro and highlights that 30 countries have already pledged support for the OceanEye Alliance.
Prime Minister Carney, dear Mark, Heads of state and government, Fellow leaders, excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, This is a great day for the ocean. Because today we launch the OceanEye Alliance. OceanEye has a special mission, that is – to protect Ocean Observation. And I am delighted that 30 countries have already pledged their support. Humanity has been awed by the sea since the dawn of time. But understanding the ocean has never been as important as today. Because the ocean is changing. And its transformation impacts our nature, our economies, and our communities. The ocean is telling us a lot. It is giving us vital information. Let me give you just one example. Last year, Ireland was hit by a destructive hurricane with winds above 150 km/h. The storm caused serious damage. But the data captured by ocean sensors gave Ireland almost a full week to prepare and warn its people. Here,...
On increased EU funding for ocean observation.