Session: S-161
Prioritising marine conservation in the South Asia region

South Asia (SA) covers 3.4% of the world’s land area and more than 25% of the world’s population is packed into the region, making it one of the most densely populous regions in the world with consequent pressures on natural resources. Five countries in SA viz. Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have a maritime boundary where 7-8 million people who are directly dependent on fisheries as a source of livelihood. SA also... [ view more ]

Chair
Dr. Naveen Namboothri
Time
13:30 - 15:30 on Thursday, 28th of June 2018
Venue
Tubau 2 & 3