My Global Advocacy

The 2018 Oceans Conference hosted by the government of Indonesia brought together hundreds of policymakers, young leaders, scientists, private sector groups, activists and civil society groups to develop concrete and actionable commitments to…

In a series of meetings in Paris, I met with counterparts in government and non-government sector, to discuss the forthcoming Conference of the Parties on Climate Change, the 2019 Secretary-General Climate Summit, the Global Pact…

I was in New York to attend a series of engagements hosted by UN Environment on the sidelines of the 73rd UN General Assembly. Several of these events represent critical elements of our programme of work including sustainable finance, pollution…

Canada is providing dynamic leadership this year as G7 President, with a strong focus on healthy oceans, healthy seas, and resilient communities among other issues. I was honoured to be part of a panel discussion during the joint ministerial meeting…

I was honoured to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican to secure his support for several key UN Environment initiatives. Along with legendary hockey player and UN Environment Patron of the Polar region, Slava Fetisov, we updated Pope Francis on the ‘…

In Oslo I met with Crown Prince Haakon and the Crown Princess of Norway Mette-Marit to explore potential cooperation with UN Environment on key areas of interest including oceans. We are now in the process of developing some suggestions and I…

I’ve often said that there is no crisis we cannot innovate our way out of, and the environmental challenges we face are no exception. From tacking climate change to protecting biodiversity, and reducing pollution, the solution starts with innovation…

Addressing marine litter is one of the highest priorities for the Japanese Government. This is in line  with UN Environment’s work on oceans and seas. The Government appreciates UN Environment’s work on this issue and they will continue to be…

UN Environment has been engaging with both nations on the Korean peninsula and has offered its support on environmental matters. A UN Environment delegation visited Pyongyang in June and held discussions on environmental matters. Further to this…

My mission to Indonesia focused on greater collaboration between UN Environment and the Government of Indonesia on oceans, marine pollution, tropical peatlands and green growth. The Government of Indonesia is committed to reducing 70 percent of…