Hosted on MSN

'Historic' high seas treaty comes into force. But is it enough to save our oceans?

The highly anticipated High Seas Treaty has come into force today, marking a “historic milestone” for global ocean conservation. Covering almost half of the planet’s surface, the High Seas lie beyond ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

Pact to protect high seas struck by 60 countries

SEATTLE -- A major agreement to protect marine diversity in the high seas was struck Friday when Morocco became the 60th nation to sign on, paving the way for the treaty to take effect next year. The ...
The New York Times

Hard-Fought Treaty to Protect Ocean Life Clears a Final Hurdle

The global High Seas Treaty, decades in the making, will become international law. It aims to create vast maritime conservation areas. By Max Bearak The high seas, the vast waters beyond any one ...
Mongabay

‘Super big deal’: High seas treaty reaches enough ratifications to become law

The agreement on marine biodiversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction, also known as the high seas treaty, was reached in 2023 with much fanfare in marine conservation circles, partly because it ...
IFLScience

After 20 years of discussions and fine-tuning, the High Seas Treaty is finally set to take effect.

Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work covers anything from archaeology and the environment to technology and culture. Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work ...