{"id":550023,"date":"2026-06-08T10:12:43","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T05:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=550023"},"modified":"2026-06-08T10:12:43","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T05:12:43","slug":"gilani-calls-for-collective-action-to-protect-oceans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/gilani-calls-for-collective-action-to-protect-oceans\/","title":{"rendered":"Gilani calls for collective action to protect oceans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nChairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, emphasized the urgent need for collective global and national efforts to protect marine ecosystems and ensure the sustainable use of ocean resources for future generations.<br \/>\nOn the occasion of World Oceans Day 2026 (June 8), highlighting this year\u2019s theme, \u201cReimagine\u201d, Chairman of the Senate said that oceans are not distant entities but a vital source of life, climate balance, food security, and economic opportunity.<br \/>\nHe noted that Pakistan, as a coastal nation with vast maritime potential, bears a shared responsibility to preserve marine biodiversity and combat threats such as pollution, overfishing, and climate change.<br \/>\nSyed Yousaf Raza Gilani stressed that the protection of oceans is essential not only for environmental sustainability but also for economic resilience, particularly in sectors linked to fisheries, trade, and the blue economy.<br \/>\nHe underscored the importance of raising awareness, strengthening environmental governance, and promoting sustainable maritime practices.<br \/>\nThe Chairman of the Senate urged all stakeholders, including policymakers, institutions, civil society, and youth, to work together in safeguarding oceans and marine resources.<br \/>\nHe reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to international efforts aimed at protecting marine ecosystems and promoting a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, emphasized the urgent need for collective global and national efforts to protect marine ecosystems and ensure the sustainable use of ocean resources for future generations. 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