Prince William calls on the world to ‘act with urgency’ to save the oceans in historical speech

Prince William Today the world called on ‘acting with urgency’ in a historical speech while attending a forum in Monaco.

The Prince of Wales, 42, spoke on Sunday on the Blue Economy and Finance Forum (BEFF) on the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.

Dressed in a smart navy suit and tie, William appeared in a great spirit as he greeted Prince Albert of Monaco67, and shook his hand.

Later he went to the stage to encourage the world to act to save the oceans and tell his audience: “If we save the sea, we save the world.”

After greeting the crowd in French, William said: “The truth is that healthy oceans are essential for all life on earth. They generate half of the oxygen of the world, regulate our climate and offer food for more than 3 billion people.

“And today they need our help.

‘Rising sea temperatures, plastic pollution and overfishing exert pressure on these fragile ecosystems … and of the people and communities that are most dependent on them.

‘What once seemed like an abundant source is decreasing before our eyes. We will all be influenced. And we are all responsible for change – both negative and positive.

“But there is time to turn this tide.”

William is a sharp supporter of the environment and launched the Earthshot price in 2020, who has the goal of supporting ideas that help protect the planet.

A nod to the ‘Moonshot’ project of the former US President John F. Kennedy, who led to the Lunar Landing of 1969, the goal is to find innovations to combat climate and other green problems, and to grant five winners £ 1 million to stimulate their projects.

In March of this year, The Sunday Times revealed that William wants to leave ‘ribbon cut’ to concentrate on work with tangible impact, including his environmental campaigns and work to prevent homelessness.

In his speech today, William said: ‘The Earthshot price is here to show that humanity has the required tools. But the brilliant spirits behind these inspiring solutions cannot do it alone.

‘They need scale, support and investments to achieve their potential. And they must be supported by ambitious action at global, national and local level. Halfway through this deciding decade I call you all to think big in your actions.

‘Let’s collaborate with urgency and optimism, while we still have the chance.

‘For the future of our planet. For the future generations. We have to listen to the words of Sir David Attenborough: “If we save the sea, we will save our world.”

“The Prince of Wales feels passionate about action that is being taken to protect and restore our oceans,” said a spokesperson for Kensington Palace The BBC yesterday.

“He is going to call fast, immediate worldwide action. Time is now. ‘

The forum is organized by the government of Monaco, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation and the Oceanographic Institute of Monaco, with the support of France and Costa Rica.

It brings business leaders, government representatives, multilateral institutions and stakeholders who are committed to restoring the health of the oceans.

The event focuses on maintaining the ocean and aims to accelerate the transition to a sustainable and regenerative blue economy.

During his visit, William met finalists, winners and important partners of the Earthshot prize, with innovative solutions that have the power to turn damage to the oceans and to retain it for future generations.

They were also accompanied by French President Emmanuel Macron, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and President Rodrigo Chaves Robles by Costa Rica.

He has previously worked with Albert after The forces are joining the Earthshot Summit in 2023.

In January, both Royals lived the Aston Villa V Monaco Champions League football match – Although they support opposite sides.

The Prince of Wales also marks World Oceans Day this year with an interview with SIR David Attenborough Prior to the release of his new documentary, Ocean with David Attenborough.

Kensington Palace has released a new film of Prince William And the 99-year-old broadcaster and environmental activist, who sees the couple who discuss the current state of the oceans.

The new documentary by David will be released on Sunday, which is World Oceans Day. The film was made to shine a light on the damage caused by humanity on the ocean, as well as the opportunities we have to cure it.

In their conversation, William and David spoke about the work of the legendary biologist in Ocean Exploration, as well as reasons to remain optimistic for the recovery of ocean.

At the start of the short film, David remembered the first time he ever set up a diving helmet – and almost drowned when it was full of water.

“I suddenly felt water coming up,” he said, gesturing around his chin to show where the water level rose in the helmet when he first went under water.

“I thought,” this can’t be right. ” And by the time it came here, “he said, gesturing to his nose,” I thought, “I’m sure this is not right.”

‘And if you have sewn this thing on you, you cannot of course breathe. You can’t even let yourself be heard, you know. Remove it from me! ‘

Yesterday, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene from Monaco were accompanied by their twin children, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella in Gastvrij Francepresident Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron During their state visit to the country on Saturday 7 June.

The journey was more than one reason historical. It marks the first visit to Monaco by a French president since François Mitterrand made his journey there in 1984.

It was also the first time that 10-year-old Royal Twins had played a prominent, public role in a state visit.

Jacques and Gabriella stood alongside their parents awaiting the arrival of the macrons in the Prince’s palace in Monaco.

The young prince, dressed in a smart navy suit and a printed tie, seemed serious as he stood between his parents, while Gabriella wore a cream-colored dress with cap sleeves and matching Mary Jane shoes while wore a small bouquet of flowers.

Gabriella was instructed to present the bouquet to Brigitte, who gave her a kiss on the cheek.

Albert pulled a slightly brighter blue suit compared to that of his son, combined with a baby blue tie.

Charlene, who is usually known for her glamorous sense of style, cut a more casual figure but was nevertheless chic in her Dior jacket and white straight pants.

The royal family posed for photos with Macron and Brigitte when the two -day visit of the couple started.

In a Facebook message with a part of the travel schedule of the macrons, the Prince of Monaco’s palace said that Charlene Brigitte took a private walk through the Palace Gardens, where they shared a moment of sincere exchange, characterized by deep friendliness and shared commitments to youth. “

The two women were accompanied by Jacques and Gabrielle, who brought them ‘relaxed and lively presence’ to the picturesque walk and reinforced ‘direct, human ties that unite France and Monaco from generation to generation’, according to the palace.

Macron and Brigitte also received traditional military awards from Prince Albert and Princess Charlene during a ceremony in the palace.