A promotional graphic featuring oceanic tones and stylized octopus tentacles. The text reads, "Be Part of the First BBNJ COP, Ratify the High Seas Treaty! #60toGlobal." A world map is visible in the background.

Ratify the #HighSeasTreaty now!

Only Parties can shape decisions at the first #BBNJCOP, and broader participation makes the Treaty stronger and more effective.

Let’s reach #60ToGlobal and build momentum for real ocean action. #BBNJPrepCom

A graphic announcing that Austria has joined the High Seas Treaty, featuring the hashtag #60toGlobal. It includes ocean-themed designs and a small Austrian flag.

We’re thrilled to share that Austria🇦🇹 @austriaun.bsky.social has ratified the #HighSeasTreaty.

Every new ratification brings us closer to truly universal participation in this landmark Agreement.

Let’s keep the momentum going! 🌎 #60ToGlobal

The image features the Dominican Republic flag above text stating "Dominican Republic has joined the High Seas Treaty!" The background has a blue ocean theme with orange and white tentacle-like designs. The hashtag "#60toGlobal" and the High Seas Alliance logo are at the bottom.

A big welcome to the Dominican Republic🇩🇴 for ratifying the BBNJ Agreement! 👏

This is a timely boost of momentum as we continue #BBNJPrepCom 3 discussions this week.

Now is the moment to build toward universal ratification! https://bit.ly/4u1Saby

#60toGlobal #HighSeasTreaty

A conference room with people seated in rows, engaging in discussion. The room features large screens displaying presentation content. In the foreground, colorful crocheted marine animals are arranged on a desk.

🗓️ We’re into Day 2 of the #BBNJPrepCom!

High Seas Alliance Day 1 interventions are up on the Treaty Tracker, we’ll be updating it throughout the week.

Stay tuned: https://highseasalliance.org/treatytracker/

#HighSeasTreaty #BBNJ #60toGlobal

Now is the moment for collective action. We all have a role to play in making the first COP a success. Ratify now! #60toGlobal

The High Seas Treaty: A Win for Our Ocean, Humanity, and Multilateralism | unfoundation.org The High Seas Treaty entered into force, a legal framework to protect marine biodiversity in international waters. Now leaders must implement the BBNJ Agreement to ensure we conserve our ocean.

The #HighSeasTreaty is a historic milestone and a multilateralism win, at a time when many other multilateral agreements are failing.

But its success now depends on its effective implementation, as stressed by @unep.org Executive Director @ingerandersen.bsky.social
#60toGlobal

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The #HighSeasTreaty is now in force! unlocking the path to protect half our planet, the High Seas.

📢 Now’s the time for more countries to ratify and be part of the first #BBNJCOP.

highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/a-wa...

#60toGlobal

A display titled 'A Wave of Messages for the High Seas' featuring a world map with numerous pinned messages and octopus illustrations on a blue ocean background.

The #HighSeasTreaty is officially international law!

🌍The High Seas belongs to everyone, and everyone must help protect it.

Call on your country to ratify the High Seas Treaty and join the first #BBNJCOP
➡️ https://bit.ly/4aNEvO8

#60toGlobal

Did you miss our latest webinars?

1️⃣ Youth advocacy is critical to shaping the future of the global ocean commons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gq3Qq9LLYwY
2️⃣ Lessons learned from existing MPAs and benefits for the High Seas
https://youtu.be/7L713j-0lwk

📺 Watch the recordings
#60toGlobal

It was a pleasure being part of this webinar. (Let's Talk BBNJ Youth Series) with @highseasalliance.bsky.social

In this session, we explored why the ocean matters and why youth advocacy is critical to shaping the future of the global ocean commons.

from #60ToGlobal #BBNJ #30X30

Blue graphic featuring #60toGlobal and text: "Armenia has joined the High Seas Treaty!" Includes a small Armenia flag and the High Seas Alliance logo. Decorative patterns accent the background.

We’re thrilled to share that Armenia🇦🇲 has ratified (Approval) the #HighSeasTreaty.

Every new ratification brings us closer to truly universal participation in this landmark Agreement.

Let’s keep the momentum going! #60ToGlobal
https://bit.ly/4u1Saby

This is a promotional image for a webinar titled "Why the Ocean Matters: From Everyday Life to the High Seas," scheduled for 24 February at 9 am EST via Zoom. The background is a blue ocean-themed design, and there are seven individuals smiling and holding signs related to ocean conservation. Logos at the bottom include Wildtrust, UNDP, The Ocean Foundation, Oceans 5, The Ocean Project, and World Ocean Day. A "Let's Talk BBNJ" logo is in the upper right corner.

Join us for our first Youth Edition of the “Let’s Talk #BBNJ” webinar series.

In this session, we will explore why the ocean matters and why youth advocacy is critical to shaping the future of the global ocean commons.

Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qzmjMm

#60toGlobal

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This week, Suriname's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and High Seas Alliance have held a national workshop to prepare Suriname for the ratification & implementation of the #BBNJ Agreement.

Read the Press Release about the event: https://bit.ly/4rSrc42

#60toGlobal

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Image featuring a whale shark swimming in a deep blue ocean, with text overlay stating 'PROTECTING OUR PLANET. The High Seas Treaty creates a global framework to safeguard marine biodiversity beyond borders #GoToGlobal.'

The #HighSeasTreaty is now in force! unlocking the path to protect half our planet, the High Seas.

📢 Now’s the time for more countries to ratify and be part of the first #BBNJCOP.

highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/a-wa...

#60toGlobal

From #60ToGlobal

Universal ratification strengthens international cooperation and guarantees that the benefits of ocean protection are shared equitably among all

A display titled 'A Wave of Messages for the High Seas' featuring a world map with numerous pinned messages and octopus illustrations on a blue ocean background.

The #HighSeasTreaty is officially international law!

🌍The High Seas belongs to everyone, and everyone must help protect it.

Call on your country to ratify the High Seas Treaty and join the first #BBNJCOP
➡️ https://bit.ly/4aNEvO8

#60toGlobal

This is a promotional image for a webinar titled "Why the Ocean Matters: From Everyday Life to the High Seas," scheduled for 24 February at 9 am EST via Zoom. The background is a blue ocean-themed design, and there are seven individuals smiling and holding signs related to ocean conservation. Logos at the bottom include Wildtrust, UNDP, The Ocean Foundation, Oceans 5, The Ocean Project, and World Ocean Day. A "Let's Talk BBNJ" logo is in the upper right corner.

Join us for our first Youth Edition of the “Let’s Talk #BBNJ” webinar series.

In this session, we will explore why the ocean matters and why youth advocacy is critical to shaping the future of the global ocean commons.

Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qzmjMm

#60toGlobal

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What is in store for the #HighSeasTreaty, now that is international law?

Leading authors at @delorseurope.bsky.social explore the past, present and future paths of this historic Agreement and what it takes to transform it into effective ocean governance.

#60toGlobal

The image is a promotional banner for the "EU Global Ocean Programme Technical Assistance Facility" online briefing with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It includes a photo of a speaker named Aurelie Spadone. The event is scheduled for 4 February at 4 PM UTC+8/9 AM CET. Logos for the European Union and IUCN are present. There is a "Register" button alongside a QR code.

Did you miss our latest webinar?

📺 Rewatch the session presented by IUCN on the EU GOP Technical Assistance Facility (TAF) to help implement and benefit from the #BBNJ Agreement.

Learn more: highseasalliance.org/2026/01/22/join-us-for-o...

#60toGlobal

The High Seas Treaty is proof that multilateralism still works : EcoVoice – Environment News Australia

The #HighSeasTreaty entry into force made the headlines, but the work is far from over.

@nrdc.org Lisa Speer urges ocean champions who helped it enter into force to ensure it lives up to high ambitions and effective implementation.

#60toGlobal

Promotional banner for an online briefing with the International Union for Conservation of Nature on 4 February at 4 PM UTC+8 / 9 AM CET. Features a QR code for registration and a photo of Aurelie Spadone in the right corner.

Don't miss this tomorrow!

To support the next phase for the #HighSeasTreaty, we launched "Let's talk #BBNJ". Join us for the second webinar with IUCN!

🔗 Register here: highseasalliance.org/2026/01/22/join-us-for-o...

#60toGlobal

The image features a colorful design with an ocean theme and three smartphone screens displaying articles from international news outlets. The headlines across the screens highlight the entry into force of the High Seas Treaty. The background includes sea creatures and waves.

People around the world came together and widely celebrated the entry into force, including on the news!

This breadth of coverage underscores the global significance of the event.

We are grateful for all the media recognition and focus on this historic milestone.

#60toGlobal

Supporting the High Seas Treaty with Operational Ocean Data | CMEMS As the High Seas Treaty enters into force, the Copernicus Marine Service provides the scientific backbone for marine protected areas, environmental impact assessments, and evidence-based ocean governa...

Only effective, science-based implementation can turn agreement into real protection for the ocean.

@copernicusmarine.bsky.social data can support the #HighSeasTreaty by:

➡️ Providing info to identify #MPAs
➡️ Supporting EIAs
➡️ Enabling transparency & cooperation

#60toGlobal

Image featuring a whale shark swimming in a deep blue ocean, with text overlay stating 'PROTECTING OUR PLANET. The High Seas Treaty creates a global framework to safeguard marine biodiversity beyond borders #GoToGlobal.'

The #HighSeasTreaty is now in force! unlocking the path to protect half our planet, the High Seas.

📢 Now’s the time for more countries to ratify and be part of the first #BBNJCOP.

highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/a-wa...

#60toGlobal

We’re thrilled to share that Trinidad and Tobago🇹🇹 has ratified (acceded) the #HighSeasTreaty.

Every new ratification brings us closer to truly universal participation in this landmark Agreement.

Let’s keep the momentum going! 🌎 #60ToGlobal

https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/

Graphic announcing Türkiye's inclusion in the High Seas Treaty, marked with #60toGlobal and the Turkish flag.

We’re thrilled to share that Türkiye🇹🇷 has ratified the #HighSeasTreaty.

Every new ratification brings us closer to truly universal participation in this landmark Agreement.

Let’s keep the momentum going! 🌎 #60ToGlobal

https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/

Thanks a lot for this opportunity, @elisamiebach.bsky.social (@zdfde.bsky.social), and also @fsaalmann.bsky.social (@greenpeace.eu) for the interesting exchanges!

#HighSeasTreaty #60ToGlobal #UNGA80 #30x30 #UN #BBNJ

A huge milestone was reached last week that's worth celebrating! Let's keep the momentum and urge our countries to ratify the #highseastreaty if they have not already done so (looking at you, UK government!) #60toGlobal

Close-up of a sea turtle swimming in clear blue water with text overlay discussing the need for countries to assess environmental impact before activities that may harm the High Seas. Credit: Emilie Ledwidge / Ocean Image Bank.

But this is not the end of the journey, it is the beginning of a new chapter for ocean governance.

The Treaty’s true power will depend on how it is collectively implemented and upheld in the years ahead.

#60toGlobal

Promotional poster for The High Seas Treaty featuring a close-up of a colorful fish underwater with text stating 'The High Seas Treaty is now legally binding' and 'From 17 January 2026, countries that ratified the document are legally bound to follow its rules.' Credit: Fabrice Dudenhofer / Ocean Image Bank.

The High Seas Treaty entered into force on January 17.

But what does it mean for countries that have ratified the Treaty? Scroll through to learn more about the #BBNJ Agreement.
highseasalliance.org/2025/10/09/from-60-to-gl...

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