Somalia’s participation at COP11 is not merely symbolic; the country has been named Vice Chair for Coordination within the bureau assembly.
The Nairobi Convention, established in 1985, promotes cooperation among Indian Ocean countries for the protection and development of marine environments. Somalia’s involvement highlights:
Somalia’s leadership role at COP11 exemplifies the Nairobi Convention’s spirit of collaboration.
With gratitude towards all stakeholders in the Nairobi Convention, Somalia steps into this role with optimism. The collective efforts are paving the way for a sustainable marine environment, where conservation and development coexist.
Despite the challenges ahead, Somalia’s leadership in coordination offers hope for effective marine conservation in the Western Indian Ocean.