Oceans cannot become 'wild west', warns UN chief

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned against the oceans becoming a "wild west" during the UN Oceans Conference in Nice, France. Guterres emphasized the urgent need to protect the world's oceans, which are facing numerous threats such as overfishing, pollution, and climate change. He stressed the importance of international cooperation and collective action to address these issues, stating that the oceans are a shared resource that belongs to all of humanity. The conference aims to bring together policymakers, scientists, and stakeholders to discuss strategies for sustainable ocean management and conservation. Guterres highlighted the crucial role the oceans play in regulating the climate and supporting human well-being, and called for greater efforts to ensure their long-term health and resilience. The conference is a crucial platform for driving global action to safeguard the world's oceans and secure a sustainable future for generations to come.