China cracks down on marine pollution, ecological damage

"On April 24, China announced a nationwide campaign to strengthen oversight of its marine resources and environment. The campaign, jointly initiated by the China Coast Guard and other government departments, will run from April 25 to November 25, targeting pollution and ecological degradation in key coastal and offshore areas through targeted inspections and conservation efforts." "Activities such as shoreline modifications, sea-use projects, oil exploration, and undersea construction will be scrutinized."