Greece Announces Two New Marine Parks in Aegean Sea to Protect Biodiversity

In a landmark move for marine conservation, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced the creation of two major marine parks in the Ionian and Aegean Seas. This initiative, revealed during the "Our Ocean" conference, marks a significant step toward protecting Greece’s rich marine biodiversity and combating climate change. Covering over 12% of the country's territorial waters, these marine parks will limit harmful activities such as deep-sea mining and overfishing, ensuring the sustainability of marine ecosystems for future generations.

The Aegean park will be one of the largest in the Mediterranean, while the Ionian park will focus on preserving the habitats of endangered species like the Mediterranean monk seal and loggerhead sea turtles. Greece's bold environmental action aligns with EU and global goals to protect 30% of land and sea by 2030. The announcement has been widely praised by environmental groups, marine biologists, and the global conservation community.

This move reflects Greece’s commitment to ocean protection, sustainable development, and responsible tourism, setting an example for other Mediterranean nations to follow. With clear goals and dedicated resources, these marine parks are poised to become havens of natural beauty and biodiversity.