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"Blue Economy in the Ocean Super Year 2025: Views from Japan" to air on NHK World on Aug. 22


August 20, 2025
2 Min. Read

2025 has been dubbed the Ocean Super Year, a pivotal moment for advancing international rules that safeguard our ocean. With crises ranging from climate change and plastic pollution to resource depletion, the “Blue Economy” is a key concept for shaping the future of our ocean, with the goal of achieving both economic growth and sustainability.
 
In this special program, SPF President Atsushi Sunami discusses Japan’s approach to the “Blue Economy” based on video reports from across the country.

Visit the program website for details, including how to watch NHK World in your region. Video streaming will also be available on the program website from August 22 at 11:30 (JST).

On Air Schedule (JST)
August 22: 11:30-12:00, 16:30-17:00, 22:30-23:00
August 23: 4:30-5:00

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