The pan-Mediterranean digital campaign to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the UNEP/MAP follows its route also in 2026 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Barcelona Convention through a more and more rich constellation of events around the Mediterranean Sea

This side event, organized by WWF Mediterranean, will focus on turning commitments into concrete actions for the conservation of cetaceans, sharks, and rays.

The session will feature UNEP/MAP – Barcelona Convention, UNEP/MAP – SPA/RAC, Plan Bleu, Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco, Pelagos Initiative, Tethys Research Institute, ACCOBAMS, and other partners, exploring collaborative pathways and co ordinated actions to strengthen species conservation and sustainable resource management across the Mediterranean region.

Date: 3 December 2025 – Time: 12:30 – 13:30 – Astor, Plenary Hall – Floor 1
Location: Cairo, Egypt