For South Asia, the Indian Ocean serves as a critical geographic connection, having significant geopolitical, economic, and environmental impacts on the region. It is a source of food and livelihoods for millions of people in South Asia. It is also home to a rich diversity of marine life and plays a vital role in generating oxygen and regulating the global climate. But it is in serious crisis due to coastal habitat destruction, marine pollution, overfishing, and climate change. Here are five things we can do to improve the health and well-being of this important resource.

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