The 2025 World Ocean Congress (WCO - WORLD OCEAN CONGRESS 2025) will be held in Osaka, Japan, from November 11 to 13, 2025. As a major global event in the field of marine science, the congress aims to provide a platform for professionals worldwide to exchange the latest research findings and development progress, and to identify research needs and opportunities in the marine sector. The congress will bring together marine scientists, researchers, policymakers, business representatives, and environmentalists to discuss critical issues such as marine conservation, resource development, technological innovation, and sustainable development. Through exhibitions, workshops, technical exchange sessions, and roundtable forums, the congress will showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions in the marine field, promote international cooperation and exchange, and support the development of global marine research and practice.