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The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL), Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gujarat Maritime University (GMU), and the South Asia International Economic Law Network (SAIELN) are jointly organizing an international conference titled “Advancing Ocean Governance for a Sustainable Future: The Role of International Law.” The event is scheduled for March 28-29, 2025. This conference will bring together experts, policymakers, academicians, researchers, and industry professionals to explore legal, economic, and environmental aspects of ocean governance and the blue economy. The event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and paper presentations focusing on marine sustainability, fisheries law, and governance frameworks such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). The conference will have two tracks: Panel Discussion Track – Experts will share insights on the evolving landscape of ocean governance and the blue economy. Paper Presentation Track – Selected authors will present their research, with five minutes allocated for presentations and another five minutes for Q&A. Key Themes: Recent developments in international fisheries governance, including WTO fisheries subsidies The blue economy, sustainability, and conservation UNCLOS and marine sustainability Registration Fees: Foreign academics/professionals: USD $100 Indian academics/professionals: ₹1,000 Foreign students: USD $50 Indian students: ₹500 Abstract Submission: Deadline: February 28, 2025 Word Limit: 500 words Notification of Acceptance: March 10, 2025 Selected student presenters will be eligible for SAIELN scholarships worth ₹3,000. Source: barandbench