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  • News | 20 Sep 2025
Global ocean conservation treaty enters into force
Biodiversity

Yesterday marks a historic milestone for ocean conservation as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement reached 60 ratifications, triggering its entry into force in early 2026.

This landmark agreement, the result of over a decade of international collaboration, represents a transformative step toward safeguarding marine ecosystems and addressing the urgent threats posed by climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

Find out more here.

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UNEP Executive Director statement on BBNJ agreement