Prince Albert II of Monaco recently visited the Solomon Islands discreetly. Returning from this magnificent trip with the National Geographic Pristine Seas team, who recently discovered the largest coral in the world. During this trip to Melanesia, Prince Albert met Leonardo DiCapri, known for his commitment to preserving the oceans.
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Prince Albert II and Leonardo DiCaprio defend the oceans together in the Solomon Islands
The Pristine Seas team is made up of scientists, conservationists, communications and policy experts working together to protect the oceans. This team, whose activities are funded by National Geographic, is led by the project's founder, Enric Sala. Prince Albert II of Monaco, 66, a great defender of the oceans, secretly visited the Salmon Islands archipelago a few days ago to meet members of the Pristine Seas team.
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Prince Albert II travels the world to raise awareness about ocean conservation, whether during field visits or when given a platform at the United Nations. This time, the Monegasque sovereign was able to meet some of the greatest specialists in marine protection. Prince Albert was surrounded by Enric Sala himself, who spoke to him about this program launched in 2008. Pristine Seas works mainly to preserve the last remaining virgin marine regions on the planet.
Thanks to the work of Pristine Seas, 29 of the largest marine reserves on the planet have been created. These reserves, covering an area of more than 6.8 million square kilometers, are areas that will remain intact. The Solomon Islands are a strategic location, located in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Although this archipelago is known for its marine biodiversity, the region is also one of the areas most threatened by human activity and climate change.
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Bathyscaphe descent in Melanesian waters
During this trip to the Solomon Islands, the Monegasque head of state met up with Leonordo DiCaprio, who was also learning about the Pristine Seas project expeditions. Leonardo DiCaprio created his foundation in 1998. The foundation supports and finances projects related to improving the sustainability of the planet. Leonardo DiCaprio was named Messenger of Peace by the United Nations in 2014 for his commitment to combating global warming.
The Pristine Seas team is at the origin of a recent discovery, which was relayed around the world a few days ago. During an expedition, the team discovered the largest coral in the world. This 34 meter by 32 meter coral is so large that it is visible from space, although it has never been spotted before. From the surface it can be mistaken for a wreck. Coral being an animal, it now becomes the largest animal on the planet, surpassing the size of blue whales.
During a bathyscaphe dive alongside Pierre Frolla, “the Sovereign Prince spoke with Enric Sala and Leonardo DiCaprio on his commitment, as well as that of his Foundation, to inclusive conservation of the oceans”explains the Princely Palace. Prince Albert “in particular reaffirmed its commitment to the development and strengthening of Marine Protected Areas, including in areas beyond national jurisdictions. These protected areas are among the most effective tools for preserving the oceans and their biodiversity. »
The Solomon Islands are an archipelago that includes six main islands and around 900 other smaller islands and islets. The country has been an independent state since 1978, after its separation from the United Kingdom. The Solomon Islands has retained the monarchy in the constitution and is therefore one of the 15 Commonwealth realms. King Charles III is the head of this state and officially holds the title King of the Solomon Islands. The total population of the archipelago is 740,000 inhabitants, around 100,000 of whom live in Honiara, the capital.
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