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More Countries Agree to Protect the ‘High Seas’ in a Step Toward Wider Ocean Conservation
The High Seas Treaty, which would allow nations to create marine protected areas in international waters, is now expected to ...
The historic High Seas Treaty is almost reality. Here’s what it would mean for ocean conservation
The high seas are set to gain a greater level of protection when a long-sought after treaty finally enters into force. For almost 20 years, nations have debated the need for the High Seas Treaty, ...
High Seas Treaty gains momentum as 18 new countries pledge support
A wave of new ratifications during the U.N. Ocean Conference in France has brought the High Seas Treaty closer to the ...
What is the high seas treaty?
The high seas treaty could be law by the end of the year, affording protection to marine life in the vast swathes of ocean ...
Macron says High Seas Treaty could take effect from January after surge in support at ocean summit
The High Seas Treaty, adopted in 2023, would allow countries to establish marine protected areas in international waters.
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High Seas Treaty Gains Momentum With 18 New Countries Pledging Support: What It Is and Why It’s Needed | Explained
Eighteen new countries have ratified the High Seas Treaty, bringing total support to 49—just 11 short of the 60 needed for ...
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High Seas Treaty gains momentum as 18 new countries pledge support
Eighteen countries ratified the High Seas Treaty on Monday, bringing the total to 49 — just 11 short of the 60 needed for the ocean agreement to enter into force. The surge in support ...