DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 11 -- THE contracting parties to the Nairobi Convention have adopted a series of regional decisions to strengthen marine and coastal protection, including strategies to address plastic pollution, conserve seagrass and mangroves, and protect critical habitats.

The decisions, adopted during the 12th Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention in Dar es Salaam, seek to strengthen regional cooperation in addressing environmental threats while supporting sustainable development of the blue economy.

Speaking during the closing ceremony of the COP 12, in Dar es Salaam on Friday, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Deputy Executive Director, Ms Elizabeth Mrema said contracting parties adopted a Re...