A Generation Adrift: An Interview with Ajay Sawant - Terrain.org Sage Hemeson interviews Indian ocean conservationist and communicator Ajay Sawant, whose work moves between policy, education, and activism.

Sage Hemeson interviews Indian ocean conservationist and communicator Ajay Sawant, whose work moves between policy, education, and activism.

https://www.terrain.org/2026/interviews/ajay-sawant/

#interview #conservation #india #youth #policy #science #activism #highseastreaty #ocean

A sea lion gracefully swims underwater near the Galápagos Islands, surrounded by green seaweed and small fish. Sunlight filters through the clear blue water, illuminating the rocky ocean floor.

The Salas y Gómez and Nazca ridges form such an incredible ecosystem that feels surreal, filled with rare, spectacular wildlife.

This area is under threat but it can be protected under the #HighSeasTreaty.
Call on your country to ratify now!

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The High Seas Treaty: A New Era of Ocean Governance After decades of unrestricted exploitation, international waters have a legal framework for protection. Here is what the landmark BBNJ agreement means — and what it will take to make it work.The ocean...

The ocean covers 70 per cent of Earth's surface, yet for most of human history the vast majority of it has been an ungoverned frontier — open to all, protected by none #ocean #HighSeasTreaty
www.enviroblog.net/post/the-hig...

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

At #BBNJ PrepCom III (for smooth operationalization of the BBNJ Agreement), negotiators agreed on many issues, but there were disagreements on rules of procedure, subsidiary bodies, and the financial rules and regulations

Summary ➡️ enb.iisd.org/marine-biodi...

#highseastreaty #biodiversity

#BBNJPrepCom3 has concluded in NY. Progress was made, but gaps remain. All eyes now turn to COP1 in January, the moment commitment on paper must translate into real action for the high seas. 🌊

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High Seas Treaty PrepCom Talks Progress But Gaps Remain - International Fishing News - The Fishing Daily - Irish, UK and European Fishing Industry News Progress made, but critical gaps remain as High Seas Treaty PrepCom talks conclude in New York states the High Seas Alliance

High Seas Treaty PrepCom Talks Progress But Gaps Remain
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#Internationalfishingnews #internationalseafoodnews #Worldfishingnews #fishingnews #commercialfishingnews #dailyfishingnews #HighSeasTreaty

How can science support and enable the High Seas Treaty? The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) agreement—often known as the High Seas Treaty—came into force in January 2026 following almost two decades of negotiations. Its key objectives are ...

How can science support and enable the High Seas Treaty? #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty phys.org/news/2026-04... via @physorg_com

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Over the last two weeks, another milestone was reached for the #HighSeasTreaty, as government delegates gathered at the UN in New York for #BBNJPrepCom 3. With the Treaty now in force, attention is turning to implementation, and to making sure it delivers protection on the water.

From Treaty to reality: the science the High Seas cannot do without Following the 3rd BBNJ Symposium in Rio, a new PML-led publication outlines how science can and must underpin its delivery.

Scientists are helping turn the #HighSeasTreaty from historic agreement into real-world impact 🌎

A new paper sets out the scientific roadmap needed to deliver on its ambitions – from closing critical data gaps to scaling up global collaboration. Access the full paper: pml.ac.uk/news/from-tr...

Two people are seated on a stage at Change Now, engaging in a discussion. The setting features vibrant, abstract artwork in the background with bold text reading "Change Now." A small table with water glasses is in front of them.

At ChangeNOW, our Director Rebecca Hubbard spotlighted the historic milestone of the new #HighSeasTreaty entering into force this year & the opportunities and urgency regarding broader participation, its first COP in January 2027.

Watch the recording ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Otq5N5ULVVQ

🌊NEW PAPER - understanding financial landscape for #HighSeasTreaty

@unsw-csdr.bsky.social reviewed cost data from comparable initiatives & found ❌ environmental agreements are chronically underfunded. Using existing treaty budgets as benchmark risks replicating this gap.

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How ‘ocean peacebuilding’ can help calm global conflicts#Conflict #Globalcommons #HighSeasTreaty #Oceans #WaronClimate

Fish heads seen through the net on a Senegalese-Chinese fishing boat during a high sea operation carried out by Senegalese authorities and Greenpeace. Image courtesy of Pierre Gleizes/Greenpeace.

[6/6] Les hautes mers couvrent près de la moitié de la planète mais restent peu gouvernées. Leur protection nécessite des accords multilatéraux, des financements internationaux et une gouvernance partagée à grande échelle. #geography #HighSeasTreaty #MAP #WestAfrica

With high seas treaty in place, West African countries plan for protected area With the High Seas Treaty coming into force in January, efforts to establish protected areas in the marine spaces that lie beyond countries’ jurisdiction are gaining momentum — including one off the c...

[1/6] En Afrique de l’O, explique Victoria Schneider, des États de la #CEDEAO veulent créer une aire marine protégée en haute mer. Le projet s’appuie sur le traité #BBNJ entré en vigueur en 2026 pour protéger des espaces océaniques hors juridictions nationales. #geography #HighSeasTreaty #WestAfrica

[8/8] Les #oceans apparaissent ainsi comme des espaces communs stratégiques. Ils peuvent attiser les rivalités mais aussi structurer des #coopérations durables. La paix se construit par des institutions, des normes et des pratiques partagées à différentes échelles.
#HGGSP #geography #HighSeasTreaty

How ‘ocean peacebuilding’ can help calm global conflicts Marine scientific cooperation, sustainable resource management and conservation can help prevent conflict and foster trust among nations.

[1/8] Les chercheurs Robert Blasiak et Paul Conville de la Stockholm University analysent comment l’océan peut devenir un outil de #paix. Ils montrent que #coopération scientifique, gestion durable et gouvernance partagée réduisent les conflits maritimes. #HGGSP #geography #HighSeasTreaty

🥳 Great news with Austria joining #HighSeasTreaty at #BBNJ #PrepComIII

🐋 We have been working on this for years with @erc.europa.eu project MARIPOLDATA & @twinpolitics.bsky.social & @wenwenlyu.bsky.social conducting fieldwork in NYC

Read our publication www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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#MPAs to protect biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction is one of the most important promises of the #HighSeasTreaty. But for that to happen, the systems being put in place now must be fast, effective & workable in practice.

Follow PrepCom developments: https://bit.ly/3HBdD1u

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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

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The #HighSeasTreaty is in force! Now it must deliver. The third #BBNJPrepCom is the final chance to set #BBNJCOP up for success with strong, science-based rules and institutions.

Follow the @highseasalliance.bsky.social Treaty Tracker for live updates: https://highseasalliance.org/treatytracker/

As the #HighSeasTreaty moves toward implementation and the first Conference of the Parties in January 2027, it is critical that Indigenous Peoples' voices are not only heard, but recognized, respected, and reflected in decision-making processes.

#BBNJPrepCom

As week two of #BBNJPrepCom 3 starts, momentum must continue.

Countries that have not yet ratified the #HighSeasTreaty must act now!

Watch, share this video & contact your government's delegation and ask where they stand on ratification.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smWXcbhU6p4

Modern fishing is going further and deeper than ever. But there's a big catch Fishing efforts multiplied nine times between 1970 and 2008. And yet the more we fish, the less fish we are catching.

The #HighSeasTreaty could be a game-changer: only 1% of oceans are truly protected, but now countries can safeguard more! Overfished species can recover—if we let them 🌊

#DanielPauly: “We are not helpless.” Every choice counts.
#SustainableFisheries #MPAs #FishBase www.bigissue.com/life/food/mo...

Marine conservation on the high seas The coming into force of the UN High Seas Treaty in January raises many questions. One particularly pressing issue is where protected areas should be established by 2030. A German researchers team aim...

With the new #UnitedNations #HighSeasTreaty, German scientists investigate how new international #MarineProtectedAreas respond to #ClimateChange 🌍

www.eurekalert.org/news-release...

#AAAS #MPAs #MarineEcology #Climate

[8/8] Le débat dépasse les océans. Il interroge la capacité des institutions internationales à fonctionner dans un contexte de rivalités. Le lieu du siège devient un indicateur de l’équilibre des puissances dans la gouvernance globale. #HGGSP #geography #China #UN #HighSeasTreaty

What does China’s host bid mean for the High Seas Treaty? The High Seas Treaty requires a secretariat to co-ordinate between parties, service meetings, manage information and keep the machinery running.

[1/8] Philippe Le Billon et Zelda Ladefoged (University of British Columbia) analysent le traité sur la haute mer (BBNJ) et montrent que le choix du siège, relancé par la candidature chinoise, révèle des rapports de pouvoir dans la gouvernance des océans. #HGGSP #geography #China #UN #HighSeasTreaty

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What has happened this week at #BBNJPrepCom3?

From shaping rules, institutions & processes that will bring the #HighSeasTreaty to life, to discussions about transparency, inclusive participation, & financing + scientific bodies, here's our wrap-up for week 1: https://bit.ly/4lXRtfN

The image features decorative illustrations of marine life, including an octopus and seahorse, against a blue-green background. Bold text reads: "The Treaty Is In Force! Strong implementation must work for everyone. BBNJ Prepcom is where countries shape fair participation and support." The hashtag "#BBNJPrepCom" is included.

Meaningful participation matters. A #HighSeasTreaty that can’t be accessed or shaped equitably by all will have a hard time delivering real protection.

#BBNJPrepCom must secure predictable funding and equitable participation, including for developing States.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PHAwK8

🥳Congratulations to the winners of the Ocean Stewardship Award!

These awards were founded by the late Kristina Gjerde, who was instrumental in bringing about the #HighSeasTreaty.

Learn more about these three incredible women: www.synchronicityearth.org/inaugural-ocean-stewards...