16 June 2026 · 19 photos
UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference
The ocean covers 70% of Earth’s surface and carries over 80% of global trade.
It supports biodiversity, regulates the climate and underpins food security, jobs and economic growth. In 2023, the ocean economy hit a record $2.2 trillion.
But climate change, overfishing, pollution and underinvestment threaten our ocean, its resources and the livelihoods of over 600 million people who depend on fisheries.
At the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference, we will build on momentum from the 5th UN Ocean Forum held earlier this year, which delivered 15 action points and underscored trade’s vital role in shaping a sustainable and inclusive ocean economy.
Full agenda: unctad.org/topic/trade-and-environment/unctad-at-unoc3
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 19
08 June 2025, Nice, France. FAO ADG Manuel Barange (2nd R) Rebeca Grynspan Secretary-General UNCTAD (R), Ana Paula Chantre Luna de Carvalho (2nd R) and Carmen do Sacramenti Neto, Monoster of Fisheries and Marine Resources of Angola, visit the FAO stand during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 18
08 June 2025, Nice, France. (L to R) Rebeca Grynspan Secretary-General UNCTAD is greetde by FAO ADG MAnuel Barange during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 17
08 June 2025, Nice, France. (C Left) Rebeca Grynspan Secretary-General UNCTAD is greeted by FAO ADG Manuel Barange (C Right) during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 16
08 June 2025, Nice, France. General view of the FAO space,during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 15
08 June 2025, Nice, France. General view of the FAO space,during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 14
UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 14
08 June 2025, Nice, France. FAO Director-General QU Dongyu (R) and Rebeca Grynspan Secretary-General UNCTAD (L), visit the FAO stand during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 13
A woman in a white suit smiles at the camera while standing within the UNCTAD exhibition area at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference on 8 June 2025. The vibrant blue booth showcases various initiatives, including UNCTAD's "15 Recommendations from Geneva" covering ocean economy, governance, and climate mitigation. Displays highlight themes such as "Blue Transformation" for resilient food systems and "The Ocean That Feeds Us," underscoring UNCTAD's commitment to sustainable ocean trade and development. A screen in the background features a conference speaker, further emphasizing the event's focus. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54578553597_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 12
A diverse audience of professionals attentively participates in a session at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference on June 9, 2025. Attendees are seated and standing within a large exhibition hall, surrounded by display panels featuring UNCTAD, FAO, and GOIPHA branding. The panels showcase information related to ocean trade, sustainable development, and global efforts towards a blue economy, highlighting the collaborative focus of the event. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54579598894_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 11
UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 11
08 June 2025, Nice, France. General view of the la Baleine mezzanine, during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 10
08 June 2025, Nice, France. General view of the FAO space,during the World Ocean Day celebration and the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) opening reception at la Baleine mezzanine.
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 9
This image captures two women, possibly delegates or officials, sharing a warm smile and a collaborative gesture, linking their hands together. Both are elegantly dressed in professional light pink attire, reflecting a positive and engaging spirit. The moment highlights UNCTAD's active presence and participation at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54578641272_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 8
A woman, likely an UNCTAD representative, smiles while standing in front of an engaging exhibit at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference. The vibrant blue backdrop features silhouettes of hammerhead sharks and other marine life, with prominent text reading "COSTA RICA" and "PLONGEON DANS L'INCONNU" (Dive into the Unknown) in French. Dressed in a light pink pantsuit, she poses beside the display, which visually represents Costa Rica's focus on marine biodiversity and ocean exploration. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54580066625_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 7
This graphic, bathed in a blue monochrome filter, depicts a person from behind, balancing a large woven basket of marine produce on their head by the ocean, with traditional boats visible. It symbolizes traditional ocean-based livelihoods and the blue economy. Text overlays prominently feature "UN Trade and Development at UNOC3" and the logos for UNCTAD and the United Nations Ocean Conference, scheduled for Nice, France in 2025. The image effectively connects UNCTAD's work on trade and development with the critical discussions surrounding ocean sustainability. unctad-at-the-3rd-un-ocean-conference_54568531531_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 6
A woman in a white blazer and dark-framed glasses smiles broadly while engaged in conversation with a man in a dark suit at a conference table. An open notebook rests between them, suggesting an active discussion during the event. This image depicts UNCTAD's presence at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference, held on June 11, 2025. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54583075718_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 5
This image captures the conference setting for the United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, scheduled for 2025, with stage lighting illuminating the area. A prominent banner displays the UN emblem and the SDG 14 logo alongside the conference title in French. Blurry silhouettes of attendees are visible in the foreground, suggesting an active event. Photographed by Kiara Worth on June 10, 2025, this image documents the environment for UNCTAD's participation at this significant global gathering. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54582861141_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 4
An UNCTAD exhibit at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference on June 10, 2025, showcases the theme "#ForPeopleAndEconomy." The display emphasizes the critical role of coral reefs in supporting livelihoods, featuring bilingual information about their value for coastal protection and food production. It highlights that reefs reduce wave energy by 97% and can provide food for 1.2 billion people globally, underscoring the urgent need for their preservation. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54582861146_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 3
A high-level panel discussion is captured in progress at the United Nations Ocean Conference, held in Nice, France, in 2025. A diverse group of "Panelists," "Co-Presidents," and other officials are seated at a long table with microphones, actively engaging in the session. The prominent backdrop displays the UN and SDG 14 logos alongside the event's title in multiple languages, emphasizing its global focus on sustainable ocean management. This image depicts UNCTAD's engagement and contribution to discussions at this significant international conference. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54583075743_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 2
A prominent grey catamaran with unfurled sails, one displaying the message "HERE WE DREAM OF NO MORE FRONT TEARS," is docked in a vibrant harbor. Colorful multi-story buildings line the waterfront, set against a backdrop of a verdant, tree-covered hillside. This image captures the setting of UNCTAD's participation at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference, highlighting themes relevant to ocean sustainability and development. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54582861161_o.jpg
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UNCTAD at the 3rd UN Ocean Conference 1
A female panelist, wearing a white blazer, black top, and green-framed glasses, is seated at a conference table with a microphone and a "PANÉLISTE" nameplate. She is looking upwards with an engaged expression during the 3rd UN Ocean Conference, held on June 11, 2025. The UN logo is visible in the background, contextualizing UNCTAD's participation in the event, as captured by photographer Kiara Worth. 3rd-un-ocean-conference_54583040499_o.jpg
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