Arctic states collaborative efforts and mechanisms, at different levels as well as the involvement and presence of Arctic stakeholder, commonly known as China, Japan, and Republic of Korea in Arctic affairs were also discussed. To conclude, major players in the Arctic will continue collaborating together to enhance the economic potential of the region and resolve conflicts before they emerge, as opportunities in the Arctic continue to strengthen.
International cooperation on maritime security and safety under the influence of Covid-19 has already attracted wide attention and this topic was also discussed extensively. Critical challenges faced by the world's 1.9 million seafarers including crew change crisis, no access to medical care and vaccination, required further global cooperation among international organizations and different countries. Besides, in the South China Sea, although the pandemic has significantly affected interactions among countries, the cooperation on maritime security and maritime safety particularly within the region remains robust.
Developing blue economy is another topic rising an extensive attention. In this session, inspiring suggestions based on solid field researches and advanced experience from Great Bay Area (GBA), islands state and regional countries were introduced. Hainan, as the only Free Trade Port of China and located just beside the South China Sea, has made up its mind to contribute to the regional prosperity and to better connect the world by propelling a sustainable ocean development.
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