17.2 Relationships to support the goals
Initiate and participate in cross-sectoral dialogue about the SDGs, e.g. conferences involving government or NGOs
UNHAS initiates and participates in cross-sectoral dialogues on the SDGs, engaging government, academia, NGOs, and international partners. In October 2024, the Institute for Research and Community Service (LP2M) held the 3rd International Conference on Environment & Sustainable Development themed “The Green Technology Framework on Environmental Science and SDGs Policy.” Over 260 participants and international speakers from Japan, China, Malaysia, and the US discussed innovations in green technology and sustainable solutions. The 11th National and 7th International Symposium on Marine and Fisheries on “Exploring the Main Problems and Effective Solutions in the Marine and Fisheries Sector toward the Achievement of SDG 14” organised by the Faculty of Marine Sciences and Fisheries in June 2024 brought together national and international experts, researchers, and NGOs to share findings, strengthen networks, and develop strategies for marine and fisheries sustainability.