UN resuming talks on high-seas treaty amid growing concerns

By Agence France-Presse

Aug 15, 2022 10:01 am

UNITED NATIONS: After four inconclusive sessions, UN member states on Monday resume talks aimed at finally completing a treaty to protect the world's high seas, a vital yet fragile resource that covers nearly half the planet.

A host of NGOs and affected countries say the pact is urgently needed to improve environmental stewardship over the vast, yet largely unregulated, area as it faces growing challenges.

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