High Seas Treaty

The High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty, is a landmark agreement under the U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea. It provides a legal framework for protecting marine life in areas beyond national jurisdiction, which cover nearly two-thirds of the world's oceans. The treaty establishes marine protected areas and requires environmental impact assessments to ensure the sustainable use of these vital ecosystems.