Vitamin sea

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French Polynesia is celebrating 20 years of wildlife protection and industrial fishing bans by expanding its marine sanctuary (the world's largest) by 2030.

The marine sanctuary will cover half a million square kilometres in the south-east of the territory and is to be known as Rahui Nui.

Home to 21 species of sharks, 176 corals and 1,024 species of fish, Edouard Fritsch, President of French Polynesia, says "The sea is the Marae, the ultimate sanctuary and splendour of the world. It is a symbol of mystery - a symbol of respect - because it awakens the consciousness of space. The protection and sustainable management of our Ocean are rooted in our traditions and values. This is our contribution to the transmission of this whole heritage to our children."

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