The Marine Biological Association welcomes the historic ratification of the High Seas Treaty – a landmark international agreement that will transform ocean governance and biodiversity protection. 🌊 Covering 60% of Earth’s surface, the high seas are vital for global food security, economic prosperity, and climate stability. For the first time, more than 60 nations have agreed to protect these waters, aiming to increase marine protected areas from 1% to 30% by 2030. 💙 60+ nations committed 💙 30% of the high seas protected by 2030 💙 A healthier ocean for future generations Our Chief Executive, Professor Willie Wilson, calls this “a bold step toward safeguarding the health of our global ocean”. We remain committed to providing robust scientific data, monitoring, and policy expertise to ensure effective implementation. Protecting the ocean is protecting humankind. #HighSeasTreaty #BBNJ #OceanConservation #Biodiversity (fb)

A big thank you to everyone who came along despite the downpours! (fb)