The long-awaited High Seas Treaty - otherwise known as the BBNJ - establishes a legal framework to protect biodiversity in international waters. NGOs have celebrated it coming into effect, and set their sights on turning the legal milestone into concrete action.
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Alaknár@piefed.social · 2 pts · 249d
I'm sure, with this in effect, China will immediately recall its trawler fleet.
pulsewidth@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 249d
Step one is to make it a treaty. Step two is accountability.
Can't expect countries to obey laws and treaties that don't exist.