Western Indian Ocean coral reefs task force workshop in comoros march 2023

Empowering a Coral Reef Task Force to Build a Stronger Frontline Against Coral Reef Destruction

Coral reefs in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region are approximately 6% (about 15, 180 km2) of the global coral reef coverage. The region is considered an important coral reef biodiversity hotspot.  Coral reefs are vital for economic activities and coastal communities due to their role in supporting sustainable fisheries for communities (estimated at US$…