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UN High Seas Treaty to Protect 30% by 2030

10/2/2025

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UN High Seas Treaty takes effect January 2026 after 74 ratifications, protecting biodiversity in international waters.
It sets rules for deep-sea mining and marine genetic resources, with equitable management.
It addresses overfishing, pollution, and climate change to sustain ecosystems and health.
African nations account for 35 of 142 signatories; treaty targets 30% protection by 2030 with 12 million km2 annually.

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Story summary

UN High Seas Treaty takes effect January 2026 after 74 ratifications, protecting biodiversity in international waters.
It sets rules for deep-sea mining and marine genetic resources, with equitable management.
It addresses overfishing, pollution, and climate change to sustain ecosystems and health.
African nations account for 35 of 142 signatories; treaty targets 30% protection by 2030 with 12 million km2 annually.