Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs Strengthen Partnership with UN Global Compact to Establish the International Tropical Seaweed Research Centre

A significant milestone was achieved on 6 September in Jakarta with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the IGCN and the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs (Kemenkomarves) to establish the International Tropical Seaweed Research Centre. This groundbreaking partnership is set to continue its momentum in New York on 23 September 2024, bringing together key leaders in the field. The event features prominent figures, including: 

1. Sanda Ojiambo, Assistant Secretary-General & CEO of the UN Global Compact 
2. Firman Hidayat, Deputy Coordinating Minister for Maritime Resources, Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs 
3. Vincent Doumeizel, Senior Advisor for Ocean at the UN Global Compact 
4. Y.W. Junardy, President of UN Global Compact Network Indonesia 
5. Josephine Satyono, Executive Director of UN Global Compact Network Indonesia 

This collaboration aims to strengthen global cooperation for a sustainable future, unlocking the vast potential of tropical seaweed research to benefit the world. By fostering innovation and sharing knowledge, this initiative promises to advance sustainable practices and contribute to the well-being of our oceans.