🛡️ *Marine Biodiversity* ♟️Conservation and sustainable use of marine and coastal biodiversity, including the declaration of marine protected areas (MPA), is essential to ensuring that the world's oceans. ♟️As per SDG 14.2, 20% of EEZs need to be declared MPAs by 2030. ♟️The coastal economy sustains over 4 million fisherfolk and coastal communities. Better connectivity in the region will significantly cut transport costs and maritime waste. ♟️The development of the Blue Economy can serve as a growth catalyst for realising the vision to become a $10 trillion economy by 2032.