High Seas Treaty enters into force in 2026 after securing sixty ratifications

The High Seas Treaty, protecting international waters, will enter into force in January 2026 after securing the required sixty ratifications. This legally binding treaty establishes a framework for conserving marine biodiversity in international waters, enabling the creation of protected areas and conservation measures against threats like overfishing and deep-sea mining. While Morocco and Sierra Leone's recent ratifications were crucial, Italy has not yet ratified the treaty, which aims to ensure environmental impact assessments and promote international cooperation for ocean health.