Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction

African and Commonwealth nations at the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Kenya urged swift implementation of the High Seas Treaty, which aims to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. Delegates highlighted that only 3% of oceans are highly protected and emphasized converting pledges into measurable actions to address marine exploitation.

African and Commonwealth nations at the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Kenya urged swift implementation of the High Seas Treaty to protect international waters. The treaty, which entered force in January after 60 countries ratified it, aims to establish protected areas in oceans and help achieve a 2030 target of protecting 30% of the world’s oceans. Delegates emphasized converting pledges into tangible action, citing slow progress despite record conservation commitments.