Marine Pollution at Karachi Harbour: Challenges and Way Forward for Progress Towards SDG-14
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Karachi Harbour, Marine Pollution, SDG-14, TradeAbstract
Marine pollution is a critical issue in Pakistan, especially at Karachi Harbor, because it is of great importance and have long lasting impact on international trade. On one hand, it is decreasing marine biodiversity while on the other it has devastating effects on coastal communities. To mitigate and reduce the severity, there are several national level initiatives such as National Marine Disaster Contingency Plan (NMDCP), National Maritime Policy, enforced by Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA). In addition to it, the BARRACUDA Exercise has also been designed to enhance a coordinated response against marine pollution especially incidents of oil spills. Greater Karachi Sewerage Plan SP-III is one of the major steps taken to address the issue of sewerage water that enters directly into sea and is harmful for the marine life. SDG-14 provides an international commitment to conserve ‘life below water’ and preservation of livelihood through the available marine resources along with the conservation of trade.
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