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The entry into force of the BBNJ Agreement in January 2026 marks a significant step forward for global ocean governance. With the Agreement now legally binding, States must ensure that decisions taken at the International Seabed Authority support, and do not undermine, conservation and sustainable use in areas beyond national jurisdiction. This briefing explains why deep-sea mining is incompatible with the objectives of the BBNJ Agreement and why a precautionary pause or moratorium at the ISA is essential.

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