The 2nd Atlantic Steering Committee Meeting of 2025, under the Irish Presidency, took place at the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI) in Cork on 21 May. The meeting was attended both in person and remotely by Committee members and invited guests.
 

Key topics of discussion included a possible review of the Atlantic Action Plan
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On 5 June 2025, the European Commission adopted the European Ocean Pact, an initiative aimed at reinforcing the EU’s commitment to protecting marine ecosystems, supporting the blue economy, and enhancing ocean governance. 

The Pact provides a coherent framework to align existing EU ocean policies and foster collaboration among Member States, coastal communities, industry, and researchers.

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