UNESCO's Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) coordinates global ocean observation, research, and services to advance scientific knowledge, support sustainable ocean management, and strengthen resilience to ocean-related _____ hazards.
- economic
- climate
- political
- cultural
Answer: climate
IOC leads initiatives like the Global Ocean Observing System and tsunami warning networks. It promotes ocean science for policy, capacity development in developing states, and implementation of SDG 14 (Life Below Water), addressing climate impacts like sea-level rise, acidification, and extreme events.