Staying on the subject of oceans, last week also saw a groundswell of support for a moratorium on deep sea mining.
A new regional political group against the future industry was established and Tuvalu also rescinded its support for the activity including earlier stated intentions to fund a company venturing into the sector.
Joining me from the Deep Sea Conservation Coalition is Phil McCabe, Pacific Liason and Duncan Currie the coalition's international legal advisor.
Bula and welcome back on Pacific Waves, starting with you Phil what are your thoughts on this spike in interest on the issue around the region.