High Seas Treaty enters into force: A milestone for ocean conservation
The High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ), enters into force on 17 January 2026.
Game-changing international marine protection treaty comes into force
Almost two decades in the making, an international agreement to protect marine life in international waters and the seabed is due to come into force on Saturday, marking a major step forward...
GIEWS Update - The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, 16 December 2025
In late November 2025, Cyclone Storm Ditwah struck the country, causing widespread devastation. Heavy rains triggered severe flooding and landslides, resulting in loss of life...