Avoid Deep Sea Mining in the absence of science

Samarkand, Uzbekistan 17 February 2024 - The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) Conference of Parties (COP) concluded on 17 February with the adoption of a Resolution which urges member countries not to engage in, or support, deep-sea mining until sufficient and robust scientific information has been obtained to ensure that deep-sea mining exploitation activities do not cause harmful effects on migratory marine species, their prey and ecosystems.

The adoption of the Resolution by the CMS COP highlights yet another global, multilateral organization taking a strong stance on this controversial industry.

The meeting of the CMS COP 14, took place 12-17 February, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

Information, including Parties, on the Convention of Migratory Species

Final intervention by NGOs at the COP

Joint NGO Statement

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