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Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Dec 2024

Exam Question

Explain the role of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in promoting global sustainability. Choose any two SDGs and discuss their relevance to the maritime sector, highlighting specific actions the shipping industry can take to support their achievement. (16)

Reference Answer

### The Role of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted in 2015, represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. These 17 interconnected goals provide a comprehensive framework and a shared blueprint for global sustainability, addressing the critical challenges facing humanity.
Their role is to:
* **Provide a Universal Framework:** The SDGs offer a common language and set of targets for all stakeholders—governments, the private sector, civil society, and individuals—to work collaboratively towards a sustainable future.

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