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High seas are the parts of the ocean that are not under the sovereignty of any country. Learn about the origins, evolution, and challenges of the law of the high seas, and the concept of exclusive economic zones.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Mar 6, 2023 · The high seas are the expanse of ocean covering almost half the world, where marine life faces threats from climate change, overfishing and mining. A historic UN treaty would create a framework to conserve and manage the high seas, but it still needs adoption and ratification by nations.
Mar 7, 2023 · The high seas are open oceans that do not fall under any country’s jurisdiction. They cover nearly half of the surface of the planet. Because it is not owned, many parts of the ocean across...
Jun 19, 2023 · The treaty aims to protect, care for, and ensure the responsible use of the marine environment and biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction, covering two thirds of the planet’s oceans. It contains provisions for addressing pollution, overfishing, climate change, and the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities.
Mar 8, 2023 · Environmental groups say the UN High Seas Treaty will help reverse biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development, but caution there is still a long way to go before implementation.
Mar 30, 2023 · Ocean waters beyond EEZs are known as the high seas. They belong to no nation, and have thus far never been legally protected. The treaty, whose text was finalised on March 4, lays the...
Apr 11, 2023 · Learn about the new UN agreement that aims to conserve and sustainably use marine biodiversity in the high seas. Find out how it could expand marine protected areas, share benefits from marine genetic resources, and improve environmental impact assessments.
