The Future of the Ocean Depends on the High Seas Treaty: Who Has Signed, and Who Hasn’t?
One of the most talked-about issues during the 2025 UN Ocean Conference in Nice was the High Seas Treaty, formally known as the BBNJ Treaty (Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction). While its name might sound technical, its purpose is monumental: this agreement could transform the way humanity protects the oceans beyond national borders. What Is the […]
France Warns at Nice Summit: Only 2.7% of Oceans Are Truly Protected
France Warns at Nice Summit: Only 2.7% of Oceans Are Truly Protected At the opening of the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, France (June 9–13, 2025), French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a powerful message: despite decades of environmental promises, only 2.7% of the world’s oceans are effectively protected. This figure is a far […]
Costa Rica and France Lead Ocean Protection Efforts at UNOC 2025 in Nice
From June 9 to 13, the French city of Nice hosted the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), becoming the global center of efforts to save our planet’s oceans. Among the key organizers and voices for change were Costa Rica and France, two nations recognized for their environmental leadership. In the opening ceremony, French President […]
