Global Sustainable Islands Summit 2026

20 – 22 Apr 2026 | Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, Spain

Tuesday, 21 April 2026 | 13:30 - 14:30

Our Shared Ocean - Building Capacity across SIDS

Location:Side Event Room 2Track:Ocean, Blue Economy & Maritime Innovation

Delivered through the Our Shared Ocean programme and its network of partners, this side event will highlight collaborative efforts across Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to address pressing challenges at the intersection of oceans, climate, and sustainable development. The session will showcase ongoing initiatives in ocean governance, the sustainable blue economy, and marine policy, while fostering stronger research partnerships across the Atlantic and providing a platform for Early Career Ocean Professionals to present their work and advance their research priorities.