AdriBioPro2024 – Conference Highlights
AdriBioPro2024 – Conference Highlights accompanies a look back at the Third International Conference on Adriatic Biodiversity Protection, held in Kotor, Montenegro, from 1 to 4 October 2024. The conference marked two significant milestones: the 50th anniversary of the University of Montenegro and 25 years of the FAO AdriaMed project supporting scientific cooperation and responsible fisheries across the Adriatic.
Dr Radoje Laušević served as Chair of the Conference, which brought together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders to exchange knowledge and explore solutions for protecting aquatic ecosystems while supporting sustainable economic development.
The scientific programme addressed marine and freshwater biodiversity, climate change, invasive species, fisheries, aquaculture, marine litter, water pollution, and environmental education. Marine protected areas and the conservation and management of sharks and rays also featured among its themes, reflecting the range of pressures facing the Adriatic and the need for coordinated responses.
Dedicated discussions connected the experience of FAO AdriaMed with future priorities for Adriatic fisheries and aquaculture. The SKILLS initiative added a focus on education, professional development, and the competencies needed for the South Adriatic blue economy. Alongside the scientific programme, the South Adriatic Sea Food Fair provided a setting for exchange around marine resources and their sustainable use.
AdriBioPro2024 offered a meeting point for research, policy, and practice—strengthening connections across borders and disciplines in support of a shared Adriatic future.
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