Permalink: https://media.greenpeace.org/archive/Political-Meeting-on-MY-Arctic-Sunrise-in-Dakar-27MZIFJ8CLJFL.htmlConceptually similarInterview with Babacar Banda Diop in DakarGP0STTVUVCompleted★★★★★★Interview with Babacar Banda Diop in DakarGP0STTVV9Completed★★★★Babacar Banda Diop Visits MY Arctic Sunrise in DakarGP0STTVVPCompleted★★★★★★Political Meeting on MY Arctic Sunrise in DakarGP0STTVULCompleted★★★★Political Meeting on MY Arctic Sunrise in DakarGP0STTVUMCompleted★★★★★★MY Arctic Sunrise Docked in DakarGP0STTVQNCompleted★★★★MY Arctic Sunrise Docked in DakarGP0STTVQRCompleted★★★★MY Arctic Sunrise Docked in DakarGP0STTVQTCompleted★★★★MY Arctic Sunrise Docked in DakarGP0STTVRACompleted★★★★★★View AllGP0STTVUZPolitical Meeting on MY Arctic Sunrise in DakarBabacar Banda Diop, Technical Advisor of the Fisheries minister, during a meeting on the Arctic Sunrise.The Greenpeace ship MY Arctic Sunrise is in Dakar as part of the “Protect the Oceans” tour, a year long pole to pole expedition. The aim of the expedition is to raise awareness among decision-makers and the international community of the need to protect the oceans and to safeguard biodiversity and ensure the sustainable use of the resources on which many of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people depend.During a meeting with Senegalese authorities, aboard the ship, Greenpeace is urging African governments to work towards a strong global treaty for the oceans that could help protect at least 30% of the high seas by 2030.Locations:Africa-Dakar-SenegalDate:11 Sep, 2019Credit:© Ibrahima Kebe Diallo / GreenpeaceMaximum size:5973px X 3987pxKeywords:Day-Indoors-KWCI (GPI)-Meetings-Microphones-MY Arctic Sunrise-Oceans (campaign title)-Politicians-SpeechesShoot:Protect the Oceans Expedition - Senegal Leg - MY Arctic Sunrise in DakarThe Greenpeace ship MY Arctic Sunrise is in Dakar as part of the “Protect the Oceans” tour, a year long pole to pole expedition. The aim of the expedition is to raise awareness among decision-makers and the international community of the need to protect the oceans and to safeguard biodiversity and ensure the sustainable use of the resources on which many of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people depend.In a meeting aboard the Arctic Sunrise with Senegalese authorities, including environment ministries and members of parliament, Greenpeace urges African governments to work towards a strong global treaty for the oceans that could help protect at least 30% of the high seas by 2030.During the stop in Dakar, the ship also hosts meetings with representatives from West Africa fisheries and local fishing folks and associations, to work together and put pressure on fishery authorities by delivering a clear message to protect the ocean and stop the fishmeal plants. Other activities include open boat events with school children visiting the ship.Related Collections:Protect the Oceans Expedition - Senegal Leg - MY Arctic Sunrise in Dakar (Photos & Video)