Talks on deep-sea mining resumed in Jamaica with several countries and campaign groups urging caution. The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is debating the first mining code amid concerns for marine ecosystems, given the potentially harmful effects of such practices.
Discussions on the contentious issue of deep-sea mining resumed in Jamaica on Monday, as several countries joined forces with campaign groups to advocate for careful regulation of this practice. At a meeting in Kingston, members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) are working on establishing a mining code for deep-sea extraction. This initiative has been met with significant criticism due to concerns that it may threaten marine ecosystems.
The meetings in Jamaica signify a critical juncture in the debate over deep-sea mining. With rising pressures to establish a regulatory framework, the discussions reflect widespread concern about the ecological impact of mining practices in marine environments. The cooperation between nations and advocacy groups emphasizes the necessity for responsible governance in marine resource extraction.
Original Source: kdhnews.com
