Oceans
New U.S. strategy targets marine litter worldwide
The United States is working with international partners to reduce marine litter. Learn more about a new U.S. strategy for tackling this global challenge.
China’s overfishing and pollution harm the world’s oceans [video]
By engaging in illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing around the world, China destroys invaluable marine ecosystems. Learn more here.
U.S. launches new strategy to combat illegal fishing
The U.S. Coast Guard is combating illegal fishing worldwide with a new strategy that calls for targeted enforcement and greater international cooperation.
Southeast Asian countries challenge China over maritime claims
Countries in Southeast Asia are confronting the People's Republic of China over China's expansive territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Illegal fishing threatens food supplies, livelihoods
Illegal fishing costs countries around the world billions each year. Learn more about how the U.S. is helping combat this practice.
These sea turtles face peril
Learn about the greatest threats to sea turtles, and how conservationists are working to ensure a future for these prehistoric creatures.
Protecting the Titanic wreck site
The Titanic is an important historical artifact. Under an agreement that has now come into force, the wreck site will be protected and secured.
Australia, Japan and U.S. work toward maritime security
The three countries announced that they are committed to increasing the presence of maritime law enforcement in the Indo-Pacific region.
Iranian regime’s aggression raises shipping costs
The U.S. condemns the Iranian government's attempt to harass a British vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. Learn what this aggression also means for trade.