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Japan recognizes fisheries certification, ocean science, and seagrass meadow recovery

JAPAN
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 06:00 (GMT + 9)

The Government honors four individuals and three organizations for their contributions to the development of ocean-related industries, research, and environmental conservation. The Government of Japan granted the 19th Maritime Nation Promotion Award to four individuals and three organizations for their outstanding contributions to research, environmental conservation, and the development of ocean-related industries. The official ceremony took place on July 20 at the Tokyo International Cruise Terminal. The recognition, regarded as a Prime Minister's award, is organized by five Japanese ministries with the executive support of the Cabinet's Ocean Policy Office. Among the awardees is the Marine Eco-Label Japan Council, the entity responsible for MEL, the Japanese certification system for sustainable... FULL STORY

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