By adopting the first-ever international treaty to govern the high seas and vital ecosystems, the United Nations has made a historic achievement. The treaty establishes a legal framework to extend environmental protections to international waters after more than 15 years of discussions and covers over 60% of the Earth’s surface. Antonio Guterres, the UN Secretary General, hailed the pact as a significant step in safeguarding marine Biodiversity and combating the threats posed by climate change, overfishing, overexploitation, and ocean pollution. The delegates representing the 193 member nations applauded the adoption of the treaty with a standing ovation. The aim of … Continue reading UN Secures a Historic High Seas Treaty for Ocean Conservation: Tides of Hope