Deep-sea mining code missing from agenda at ISA meeting

A deep sea ribbonfish larva in the Pacific Ocean. Much remains unknown about life in the depths. The African Group told the ISA: “Effective governance requires sound scientific knowledge that is not yet available.” (Image: Alamy)
December 10, 2021
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As the International Seabed Authority meets in person this month for the first time in nearly two years, global opposition to deep-sea mining is building, and the United Nations-affiliated organisation faces dissent among its member states over a rush to enact regulations to allow seabed exploitation to begin.

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