Biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction treaty is ready. 30% of the world's international waters will become marine protected areas or MPAs. The benefits won't accrue to just a few and developed countries will also make annual contributions to a special fund. This fund can then be used by developing nations to improve their marine conservation efforts as well.
In today’s episode for 17th March 2023, we explain why the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty or what’s informally known as the High Seas Treaty is a massive win for the earth’s oceans.