15 Oct 2024
Bulgaria and Romania endorse EU Mission Ocean and Waters Charter
On 15 October 2024, Bulgaria and Romania endorsed the Charter of the EU Mission 'Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030', committing to accelerate the restoration of the Danube River and Black Sea region. High-level representatives from both countries, including the Bulgarian Minister of Environment and Water, Petar Dimitrov, officially endorsed the Charter at the 'From the Danube Source to Black Sea – Healthy Waters and Healthy Life' event in Burgas, Bulgaria. Joined by other key regional stakeholders including the Burgas District and local schools, they pledged national actions to restore the Danube and Black Sea.
The event highlighted the EU Mission’s efforts to empower communities in the Danube River and Black Sea region to become climate-neutral, sustainable, and resilient by leveraging research and innovation projects. The conference also showcased the implementation of the Mission and ongoing international efforts to conserve, protect, and restore marine and freshwater biodiversity. Additionally, it focused on enhancing climate resilience and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events and pollution on coastal communities, in line with the European Green Deal.