Maritime and port activities are key enablers of sustainable development and regional integration, serving as vital gateways for international trade. Regular sharing of best practices and experiences on these and related issues can contribute to promoting better maritime transport connectivity as well as stimulating collective action for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In recognition of this, the Regional Action Programme for Sustainable Transport Development in Asia and the Pacific (2022–2026) establishes a systematic regional dialogue on sustainable and resilient maritime connectivity, including the promotion of the development of low- and zero-emissions green shipping for Asia and the Pacific in close partnership with global and regional actors and the shipping industry.

This policy brief presents the results of the 2024 edition of the Asia-Pacific Regional Forum on Sustainable Maritime Connectivity was held in Nadi, Fiji and online on July 22-23, 2024. The Dialogue featured six thematic sessions addressing critical topics in the maritime sector: 1) Global and Regional Context for Improving Sustainable Maritime Connectivity, 2) Asia-Pacific Ports in the Era of Decarbonization, Digitalization, and Climate Change, 3) Strengthening Sustainable Maritime Connectivity in the Pacific, 4) Sustainable and Resilient Port Development in the Pacific, 5) National Priorities for Sustainable Maritime Transport and Resilient Port Development, and 6) Strengthening Regional Cooperation on Sustainable Maritime and Port Development.