India to ratify High Seas Treaty
The High Seas Treaty, officially known as the Agreement on Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), aims to protect marine biodiversity and promote sustainable use of ocean resources. Covering 64% of the world’s oceans, the treaty addresses issues like resource depletion, species loss, and ocean pollution. It mandates the creation of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), fair distribution of benefits from marine genetic resources, and mandatory Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs). The treaty requires ratification by at least 60 countries to become international law. As of now, 91 countries have signed it, with 8 ratifications submitted. The treaty is crucial for long-term ecological balance and international cooperation on ocean conservation.
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