Prince William Urges Urgent Global Action to Save Oceans

Prince William is leading a global call to action to save the world's oceans, emphasizing the urgency of the situation during a landmark speech at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco. He urged world leaders, businesses, and individuals to "think big" and act with "urgency and optimism while we still have the chance," highlighting the critical role oceans play in sustaining life and regulating the climate. William partnered with Sir David Attenborough, who shared his concerns about the hidden damage to the deep ocean floor caused by over-fishing, pollution, and habitat destruction, stressing the importance of raising public awareness. The forum gathered key international figures, including President Emmanuel Macron of France, President Rodrigo Chaves Robles of Costa Rica, and Prince Albert II of Monaco, all committed to restoring ocean health ahead of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. The Prince, founder of the Earthshot Prize, called for increased scale, investment, and policy support to amplify efforts by ocean innovators. Both William and Attenborough expressed cautious optimism about the potential for discovery and protection of marine ecosystems if decisive action is taken now.