Great Barrier Reef: Serious Threat Remains
Recently, a UNESCO report cautioned that the iconic reef in Australia still faces significant risks from pollution and ocean warming.
- UNESCO heritage committee refrained from labelling the Great Barrier Reef as "in danger" but underscores it remains under "serious threat."
- Earlier, UNESCO had suggested listing the reef as "in danger" due to frequent coral bleaching incidents.
- Australia aims to keep the reef off the endangered list due to economic and tourism considerations.
- The reef contributes about 6 billion Australian dollars to the economy and supports 64,000 jobs.
- The recent report acknowledges Australia's efforts to preserve the reef and cites ....
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