#2026-26Decree No. 2026-26 on Marine Biological Diversity Agreement
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This law, known as Décret n° 2026-26, publishes the agreement related to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea concerning the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. It emphasizes the protection of marine ecosystems, the need for cooperative action to combat biodiversity loss, and outlines mechanisms for capacity building and technology transfer, especially for developing states. It establishes criteria for identifying areas for protection and sets out obligations for cooperation in scientific research and data sharing, particularly regarding marine genetic resources.
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Key Changes
- Formal adoption of international obligations related to marine biological diversity.
- Establishment of criteria for the designation of marine protected areas.
- Provisions for capacity building and technology transfer to developing nations.
Obligations
What this law requires
Protect and preserve the marine environment in areas beyond national jurisdiction and combat biodiversity loss through consistent and cooperative action
Conduct environmental impact assessments for activities under a State's jurisdiction or control that may cause significant pollution or substantial and harmful modifications to the marine environment in areas beyond national jurisdiction
Take necessary measures to ensure pollution from incidents or activities does not extend beyond areas where the State exercises sovereign rights
Provide capacity building support to developing Party States through strengthening their technical and institutional capabilities for marine biological diversity conservation
Transfer marine technologies to developing Party States to enable their participation in conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction