Blue Prosperity Newsletter: December 2025
- Blue Prosperity Coalition
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Together, we’ve achieved meaningful progress towards our shared goals and are grateful for the collaboration that has made it possible. We look forward to building on this momentum to advance sustainable ocean management in 2026 and beyond.
Samoa Adopted a Landmark Marine Spatial Plan
In June 2025, Samoa became one of the first Pacific nations to legally adopt a Marine Spatial Plan, fully protecting 30% of its ocean and sustainably managing 100% of its marine territory. The Plan includes the establishment of nine new fully protected Marine Protected Areas, covering 36,000 square kilometers of ocean. The Plan was developed by combining the best available science with community input, with 185 communities across the country consulted.
Vanuatu Passed its Historic Ocean Act
The Government of the Republic of Vanuatu passed the Ocean Act in November 2025, a
landmark piece of legislation that formally restores authority over coastal waters to traditional leaders and the communities that depend most on ocean resources. The Ocean Act calls for the development of a national roadmap for Vanuatu’s ocean, ensuring every citizen has a voice in how marine resources are managed. It also aligns with regional and global sustainable ocean management goals, opening pathways to international finance, partnerships, and investment.
Expedition Data Shows Hope for Reefs in the Pacific
In Fiji and Vanuatu, expedition data were shared with the public, providing critical baseline data on the status of their coral reefs. The data will be used to inform the development of Fiji's and Vanuatu’s respective Marine Spatial Plans and to provide a foundation for future scientific studies.
Thank you for your continued partnership. Cheers to 2026!
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