Two shores, a dynamic Mediterranean
September 12th and 13th, 2024, Bizerte
The Mediterranean, one of the planet’s most iconic natural treasures, is facing a severe crisis that jeopardizes its biodiversity and sustainability. Researchers, users, international organizations, local authorities, think tanks constantly reevaluate their projections in light of various scientific, climatic, economic, and demographic data. The Mediterranean is clearly on the verge of boiling, and its living organisms are in danger of extinction, which could have devastating consequences for the approximately 520 million people living in its coastal countries.
However, there is hope. Solutions are available, and various initiatives aimed at preserving and restoring the Mediterranean are currently underway.
In this context, in partnership with La Saison Bleue, Blue Mission Med, a crucial support program for the European Union’s mission to “restore our oceans and waters by 2030,” will hold its annual meeting during a special edition of the Forum Mondial de la Mer – Bizerte, on September 12 and 13, 2024.
Under the theme “Two Shores, a Dynamic Mediterranean”, this seventh edition will showcase concrete actions to combat erosion, pollution, overfishing, and climate change. The program will also feature presentations of entrepreneurial initiatives from the Mediterranean region, innovations, and technological and scientific advancements, while providing a platform for youth to select future ambassadors for the maritime cause.
This exceptional event will strengthen ties among stakeholders committed to preserving the Mediterranean, offering a platform for dialogue and action for a safer and more sustainable maritime future for all.
Established in 2018 under the presidency of Pascal Lamy and several regional actors, the Forum Mondial de la Mer – Bizerte is the only international event dedicated to maritime issues on the southern shore of the Mediterranean. Over the years, it has become the hub of diverse expressions, from the coastal countries of the Mediterranean and the African continent, symbolizing the collective commitment of Mediterranean nations to preserve this invaluable
ecosystem. The Forum has also given birth to OCEAN 2050, an innovative prospective think tank shaping the future of the oceans and a major player in preparing for the United Nations Ocean Conference (Nice, June 2025).
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