UN-SG: Report on Coral Reefs

In fulfillment of UN/GA Resolution 65/150, an advanced unedited version of a report from the UN/S-G, titled “Protection of coral reefs for sustainable livelihoods and development,” has been circulated and will be considered at the 66th session of the UN/GA. It analyzes the economic, social and development benefits of coral reef protection in the context of the themes and objectives of UNCSD (Rio+20), and identifies potential actions needed to protect coral reefs and related ecosystems.