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King Charles Backs Pacific Ocean Protection at MOS26
King Charles III applauded Melanesian leaders' commitment to protect 30 per cent of their Exclusive Economic Zones through the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves, calling for international donors and the private sector to support sustainable ocean finance.
The National (PNG) · 14 May 2026
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MOCOR Launch at MOS26 — "Time for the World to Get Serious About Financing the Ocean"
Peter Thomson, UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, applauds the commitment of Pacific Island Leaders to the launch of MOCOR — the Melanesian Ocean Corridor of Reserves.
Peter Thomson — UN Special Envoy for the Ocean · 13 May 2026
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Australia Stands Side by Side with the Pacific at MOS26
Australia reaffirms its commitment to the inaugural Melanesian Oceans Summit 2026 in Port Moresby, pledging support across regional ocean governance, climate resilience, and safer seas.
Australian High Commission Papua New Guinea · 13 May 2026
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Protecting Our Oceans is Protecting Our Future — UNDP at MOS26
As leaders from across Melanesia gather in Port Moresby for the 2026 Melanesian Ocean Summit, UNDP's Resident Representatives highlight how Pacific coral reefs and nature-based solutions are delivering real climate resilience.
UNDP Papua New Guinea · 13 May 2026
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Papua New Guinea to Protect Coral-Rich Marine "Highway" for Sharks, Dolphins, Whales and Rays
The largest no-take marine protected area in Melanesia will safeguard gray reef sharks, manta rays, green turtles, dolphins and seabirds, all while supporting the country's fisheries.
National Geographic Society · 13 May 2026
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Information Session on MOS26 for Heads of Resident Missions and UN Resident Coordinator's Office
Fisheries Minister Hon. Jelta Wong to brief the Heads of the Resident Missions and the United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office on the Melanesian Ocean Summit at APEC Haus.
MOS26 Newsroom · 22 Apr 2026
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Minister Wong Champions Coral Reef Sustainability and Climate Action
Hon. Jelta Wong reaffirms PNG’s commitment to coral reef protection, announces a carbon trading policy initiative, and highlights MOS26 as a platform for the Pacific’s voice.
MOS26 Newsroom · 15 Apr 2026
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Announcements
Melanesian Ocean Summit 2026 — Official Event Flyer
Download and share the official MOS26 event flyer. The Melanesian Ocean Summit takes place 11–14 May 2026 at Apec Haus, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
31 Mar 2026
Read more →Port Moresby to Host Melanesian Oceans Summit as PNG Champions High-Tech Maritime Security and BBNJ Ratification
Papua New Guinea will host the Melanesian Oceans Summit in Port Moresby, where Pacific leaders will explore technology-driven approaches to safeguard marine life and strengthen maritime security through satellite surveillance, climate-smart conservation, and international cooperation.
Fiji Global News · 13 Mar 2026
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