At the 75th session of the UN General Assembly, via the adoption of the Omnibus Resolution on the Oceans and the Law of the Sea, the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030) was given a green light to commence on the 1st January 2021. The IOC will play a critical role in consulting with, and reporting to Member States, as well as ensuring that the Secretary-General is informed of its implementation. More information will follow shortly.