This satellite event brings together different partners and key stakeholders from governments, academia, NGOs, intergovernmental organizations, and the general public, to present the aspirations of the new phase of the EAF-Nansen Programme (2024-2028). A panel will discuss the critical role that the Programme plays in strengthening ocean management and governance. In particular, it will serve as a platform for highlighting the work being done by partners to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and support the objectives of ongoing initiatives such as the Ocean Decade, whilst establishing networking and partnerships for the same.