Poorer countries need bigger say in IPCC ocean report Climate scientists call for wider representation at international meeting in Lanzhou
The environmental costs of deep-sea mining Countries must determine if mining the ocean can be done without harm to the environment
Bohai legacy highlights weakness in China’s marine law Seven years after the oil spill, some claimants are still waiting for the courts to recognise culpability
Reducing coastal fishing, like the tide, has its ups and downs Chinese communities struggle to adapt to subsidy cuts and curbs on coastal fishing
‘The battle is on’ to save our ocean Mexico ocean summit highlights overfishing, climate change and pollution
China commits to Arctic protections Can China’s new Arctic policy protect the region’s delicate ecology?
Oceans overlooked as source of climate change solutions The ocean has enormous potential to help produce low-carbon energy and sequester atmospheric carbon
China promises reform of coastal fisheries A new plan for the fishing industry may provide respite for dwindling stocks
Time running out for WTO to act on fishing subsidies Trade ministers must deliver on pledge to phase out fishing subsidies by 2020. As the world’s biggest payer, China’s role is crucial
China maps its goals for coastal clean-up The new Marine Five-Year Plan outlines proposals for cleaner seas and better-managed coastlines
What’s happening at Pakistan’s Gwadar port? Despite big promises, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is yet to deliver local benefits, reports Zofeen T Ebrahim
