The United States, as a marine superpower, must ratify the high seas biodiversity treaty now

In 2023, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea facilitated the BBNJ agreement to ensure the sustainable use of marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdictions, responding to global biodiversity goals.

With 105 signatories, this historic BBNJ agreement enables governments to collaborate on protecting marine biodiversity while pursuing the ambitious target set by the Global Biodiversity Framework.

Despite the BBNJ agreement's importance and signatory support, only 14 of the required 60 ratifications have been achieved, highlighting a significant gap in implementation.

The BBNJ agreement is a crucial step toward addressing marine conservation challenges, aiming to safeguard at least 30% of coastal and marine areas by enhancing international cooperation.

Read at Nature