A good outcome

A good outcome of the newly revived diplomatic relationship between the U.S.A. and Cuba is greater protection of marine natural resources.  I've got to admit, I didn't see this coming, but it's a Very Good Thing.


U.S. and Cuba Sign Agreement to Protect Shared Marine Life

"   The agreement, which was first announced in early October at the Our Ocean 2015 conference in Chile, commits the two countries to collaborating on science, outreach and education regarding “sister” marine protected areas.
     Scientists and other officials from the United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Park Service and Cuba’s National Center for Protected Areas will initially focus their efforts on Guanahacabibes National Park and its offshore San Antonio Bank in Cuba, the Flower Garden Banks and Florida Keys National Sanctuaries in the United States along with the Dry Tortugas and Biscayne National Parks."

The agreement is also a product of continuing effort by the Environmental Defense Fund, a noted environmental group.

Good outcome for everybody.