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International Seabed Authority Targets Deep-Sea Mining Regulations by 2026

3/2/2026

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The International Seabed Authority aims to establish rules for deep-sea mining by end-2026, in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's permit plans.
Leticia Carvalho, head of the International Seabed Authority, urged 170 nations to avoid a 'Wild West' scenario.
Greenpeace researchers found Pacific Island nations would gain little financially, while companies would profit more.
Critics say revenue-sharing would mainly benefit Global North corporations, leaving local communities with negligible returns.

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The International Seabed Authority aims to establish rules for deep-sea mining by end-2026, in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's permit plans.
Leticia Carvalho, head of the International Seabed Authority, urged 170 nations to avoid a 'Wild West' scenario.
Greenpeace researchers found Pacific Island nations would gain little financially, while companies would profit more.
Critics say revenue-sharing would mainly benefit Global North corporations, leaving local communities with negligible returns.