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Ensuring the stewardship of seabed mineral resources and the protection of the marine environment of the Area for the benefit of humankind.

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ISA, the Ministry of Oceans & Fisheries of the Republic of Korea @mofkorea and the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology, will convene a virtual workshop for the development of a #REMP for the Area of the Northwest #Pacific 26 Oct - 6 Nov 2020.
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Congratulations to Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of #Jamaica , Senator the Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith @kaminajsmith for her election as President of the historic 25th Session of the @ISBAHQ Assembly #ISBA25 #Celebrating25years
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Join @ISBAHQ in welcoming Ms. Mariana Durney from #Chile as the Legal Counsel of ISA! Ms. Durney is an expert and advisor in Public International Law and Law of the Sea with more than 23 years of experience in international affairs:
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Inaugural #ISBAHQ Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep Sea Research presented to deep sea biologist Dr Diva Amon of Trinidad and Tobago
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"With Judge Kathy-Ann Brown’s wisdom, #ITLOS will be better placed to respond to complex challenges related to sustainable use & conservation of our oceans & their resources-"ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge congratulates PR of #Jamaica as she is sworn in as a judge of @ITLOS_TIDM @mfaftja
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🆕 The “One Thousand Reasons” campaign opens the door for collaboration on ISA’s commitment to describing at least 1000 species new to science by 2030. 🔗 #BiodiversityDay #BuildBackBiodiversity #DeepSea1000
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ISA announces a series of virtual workshops on marine scientific research, DeepData & regional environmental management plans in the international #deepseabed area from Sep-Dec 2020. For more on registration & submission of nominations visit our new site:
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We welcome Talatu Akindolire who joins the Office of Legal Affairs as Associate Legal Officer. Ms Akindolire was Senior State Counsel at the Federal Ministry of Justice in Nigeria prior to joining #ISBAHQ
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Today is @IocUnesco #Ocean Science Day! Did you know @ISBAHQ & @IocUnesco have joined forces to advance the #OceanDecade & deep sea marine science for the benefit of all mankind? Find out how we are working together to unlock the potential of our oceans:
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“I am grateful for the confidence expressed in me by member States and I look forward to continuing to guide the Authority through its important work over the next four years.” - ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge on his reelection as ISA Sec-Gen for another 4-yr term.
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"The Mining Code has now reached a state of maturity in the form of the consolidated draft. So far, 6 rounds of global stakeholder consultation have taken place. Thanks to all the ISA Members & stakeholders for your encouraging & diligent responses"-Sec-Gen @mwlodge opens #ISBA26
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Yesterday, the first-ever Women in the Law of the Sea Conference ended after three days of thought-provoking presentations and discussions on the empowerment of women in the law of the sea, marine sciences and ocean affairs: #WILOSConference #UNCLOS40
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Do you have an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law with emphasis in the area of public international law? @ISBAHQ is hiring a #LegalOfficer ! Apply via #Inspira by 31 May: #JobOpportunity #UNCLOS #law
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. @ISBAHQ is pleased to invite expression of interest to participate in the Conference on Women in the Law of the Sea being organized by the Secretariat between March & June 2022 (dates TBC). The call to participate is open until 11 February 2022! #UNCLOS
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Do you have an advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law with emphasis in the area of public international law? @ISBAHQ is hiring a #LegalOfficer ! Apply via #Inspira by 31 May:
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How did the International Seabed Authority begin? What was it like at the @UN Law of the Sea Conference? We asked Sir Michael Wood Member of the International Law Commission to share his perspectives as part of our new #ISAasks video series #ISBA25 #UNCLOS
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#DidyouKnow the first @UN Conference on the Law of the Sea, was held in 1958 to examine legal, technical, biological, economic & political aspects of the highseas,? Stay tuned for more #funfacts on the history of #UNCLOS as #ISBAHQ celebrates its 25th #anniversary this year.
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2019 marks the 25th #anniversary of the International Seabed Authority! Stay tuned for more on #ISBAHQ 's commemorative events to be held throughout the year. #UNCLOS #SDG14
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Happy 50th Anniversary to #Fiji ! 🇫🇯 #DidYouKnow Fiji was the first State to ratify the @UN Convention on the Law of the Sea? #UNCLOS For more on our 168 members visit our new website: #Fiji50 📸 IISD/ENB
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Day 2 of @ISBAHQ 's 25th Session concludes with a focus on regional #environmental management plans & the precautionary approach to #DeepSeaMining regulations #ISBA25 #SDG14 @mwlodge @DivaAmon @AlfonsoAscenci6
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Happy Independence Day #Jamaica ! #DidYouKnow Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith @kaminajsmith of Jamaica is the current President of the #ISBAHQ Assembly? For more on ISA's 168 members visit our new website: @mfaftja @UNJamaica
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📣 CALL FOR TAXONOMY PROPOSALS NOW OPEN Proposals should: ✅ Demonstrate the excellence of research results and scientific track record of the applicant. ✅ Project descriptions should reflect a clear methodology. ✅ Include a budget. 🔗 #1000Reasons
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Do you have a Ph.D. degree in marine biology, ecology or a related discipline? Applications are now open for a deep-sea taxonomy postdoctoral fellowship with @Ifremer_fr for candidates from developing States Members of @ISBAHQ . Apply by 30 Nov:
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Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science from @ISBAHQ ! ISA acknowledges and congratulates all women and girls for their efforts and achievements in pursuing science.
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CALL FOR COMMENTS ISA is inviting stakeholders to comment on the first set of draft standards & guidelines to support the implementation of the draft regulations for exploitation of mineral resources in the international seabed area by 20 Oct. For more:
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Day 2 of the @ISBAHQ #DOALOS workshop on strengthening ocean governance through meaningful #capacitybuilding in ocean affairs continues with presentations on #UNCLOS . #UNCLOS40
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Congratulations to #Argentina who will serve as Champion of the ISA Draft Marine Scientific Research Action Plan to support the @UN #OceanDecade ! ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge welcomed Argentina's contribution to #deepsea #oceanscience : @ARGenJamaica 📸 IISD/ENB
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Member States take the floor @ISBAHQ 's 25th Session. Delegates @ Day 1 of #ISBA25 are discussing contracts for #deepsea exploration, reports on the activities of contractors & the development of regional environmental management plans #DeepSeaMining #SDG14
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Yesterday, the Council of @ISBAHQ opened the meetings of Part I of its 28th session. The Council will be meeting until 31 March 2023. The main item on the agenda remains the draft regulations on the exploitation of mineral resources in #theArea : #ISBA28
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“Everybody must benefit equally from minerals found in the seabed beyond national jurisdiction- meaning Africa's history is not repeated & that is why I am proud to be a part of it”– Amb. Lumka Yemeni of #SouthAfrica & @ISBAHQ Council President on #UNCLOS @ #ISBA25 #DeepSeaMining
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Join @ISBAHQ in congratulating @Kirsty_McQuaid from #SouthAfrica , the third recipient of the ISA Secretary-General's Award for Excellence in Deep Sea Research! The announcement was made during the meetings of the ISA Assembly on 13 December:
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Winner of last year's inaugural #ISBAHQ Sec-Gen award for research excellence Dr @DivaAmon in action.. #DYN a researcher from a developing country who's made an outstanding contribution to scientific knowledge of the #deepsea ? Nominations now open for 2019
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Epic marine biologist and science communicator, Dr @DivaAmon is one of the most incredible #WomenInScience I’ve ever met. Diva studies the weird & wonderful animals living in a range of deep-sea habitats. She has been part of many expeditions and discovered several new species!
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Knowledge in science, technology and innovation is essential for the achievement of the @UN 2030 Agenda for #SustainableDevelopment , particularly #SDG14 . ISA is inviting proposals for a consultancy to develop an Action Plan to increase deep-sea literacy.
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The deep ocean has been explored for over 150 years and more than 243,000 marine species are known. ISA fact-check brings accurate information about the #deepsea : #FactCheck #MarineBiology #DeepSeaResearch #ISA
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Are you a holder of a Bachelors degree in #environmentalsciences or a related field? NORI is offering FOUR exciting at-sea on-board opportunities for candidates from developing States. Apply via ISA's training portal by 22 June!
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ISA Legal & Technical Commission opens its 26th Session meeting in Kingston #ISBA26 . Members are here to discuss standards & guidelines for activities in the deep seabed area, regional environmental management plans & plans of work for exploration
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Do you have a Master's degree in #MarinePolicy , International Law, Law of the sea, Mining Law, Ocean Governance, #BlueEconomy or a related field? ISA is seeking a Programmes Mgmt Officer with a minimum of 5 yrs experience. Apply via Inspira by 15 Oct:
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The future of humanity is linked with the future of the #ocean . @ISBAHQ is happy to partner with #DOALOS in hosting a regional workshop to build capacity in ocean affairs and the law of the sea. The workshop is taking place in Kingston, JA from 5 to 9 September!
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Congratulations to #Tonga for its election as Council Vice-President for the #AsiaPacific @ @ISBAHQ 's 25th Session. #DeepSeaMining #SDG14 #ISBA25
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#Pacific #Island delegates to the #ISBAHQ #24thSession meetings in Kingston take time out for a group photo: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Tuvalu,
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Happy #UNDay2020 !🇺🇳 " #UN75 presents an inspirational moment for the international community to reaffirm its commitment to the @UN Convention on the Law of the Sea & ensure its provisions are implemented on the basis of equity for the benefit of all humanity"-ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge
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"ISA is obligated under #UNCLOS to share results of #deepsea research. #DeepData holds 40 yrs of data & we are working with stakeholders on how to share that data widely"- ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge @globalcompact CEO Roundtables on Ocean #UN75 @erna_solberg @ThomsonFiji @IocUnesco
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Do you have a Master’s degree in #law with emphasis in the area of public international law or #MiningLaw ? @ISBAHQ is seeking a #Legal Officer! Apply via #Inspira : by 30 January 2022! #JobOpportunity
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Yesterday ISA opened its workshop on Marine Scientific Research in the Area, which will identify ways to establish a collaborative platform to improve the state of knowledge of biodiversity in mid-ocean ridge ecosystems, in particular in the Indian Ocean.
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1st Global Planning Meeting of the #OceanDecade opens in Copenhagen! @IocUnesco @PeterMHaugan underscores that the ocean is @ the heart of #sustdev . Later today @ISBAHQ ’s @AlfonsoAscenci6 will present on a transparent & accessible ocean @ 16:45. @ThomsonFiji #SDG14
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“The mining code will represent the most rigorous set of rules to protect the #environment that we have in the world for international waters-" #ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge in an interview on @sverigesradio 📷 @adrg1 @mucofloris @helena_wiklund
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"The International Seabed Authority @ISBAHQ with its vast experience in #oceanmanagement , is poised to play an instrumental role in the #BBNJ process" Amb Courtenay Rattray, Perm Rep of #Jamaica to the @UN @courtenayrat @ #ISBAHQ side event. #ISBA25 #SDG14 #GlobalGoals #HighSeas
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ISA's Council has approved Blue Minerals Jamaica Limited’s plan of work for exploration of polymetallic nodules in the CCZ making Jamaica the 2nd Caribbean country and the 6th SIDS to sponsor a contractor for exploration in the Area:
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Congratulations to Michelle Walker of #Jamaica for her re-election as Chair of the @ISBAHQ Legal & Technical Commission in #Kingston today. Ms Walker is Head of the Legal Unit @mfaftja & has been a member of the LTC for 5 years #DeepSeaMining #ISBA25
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Just wrapped up a highly informative panel on #DeepSeaMining & #OceanScience @ #WCS2019 . @ISBAHQ highlighted the importance of developing regulations that balance the need for minerals with rigorous environmental protection @DanielOBJones @swaforini @DeepGreenMetals @DEMEgroup
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How much do you know about #deepsea mineral exploration? To date, ISA has issued 30 exploration contracts involving 22 countries for polymetallic nodules & sulphides + cobalt-rich crusts in the international seabed area. Visit our new website for more:
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On Friday, 11 Nov, the Council of @ISBAHQ closed Part III of its meetings and the 27th session after 10 days of meetings held in Kingston, Jamaica to discuss the draft regulations on the exploitation of mineral resources in the Area and other matters:
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Development of standards & guidelines multi-stakeholder workshop for the draft #MiningCode kicked off in #Pretoria today from 13-17 May. Organized by @ISBAHQ @GovernmentZA and @govuk
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ISA Deep-Sea Exploration Museum named in honour of Mr Nii Allotey-Odunton, recognizing his contribution to the advancement of the mandate of @ISBAHQ
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Full house at @ISBAHQ 's @UN #BBNJ side-event. Speakers focused on regional environmental management plans, impact assessments, technological developments, & standards and guidelines for the Mining Code in the international #deepseabed areas. #ISBA25 #SDG14 #HighSeas #Oceans
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Tune into our upcoming webinar with #DOALOS on strengthening #ocean #governance as part of our communities of ocean action series #SDG14
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"The most innovative legal regime ever designed by humankind for the equitable & sustainable use of natural resources is rapidly becoming a reality. Our urgent task now is to take this regime on to the next level"- @ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge at the opening of #ISBA25 #deepseamining
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Under Article 145 of #UNCLOS , @ISBAHQ is responsible for taking the measures necessary to ensure effective protection of the marine environment from the harmful effects that may arise from activities in #theArea .
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Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority @mwlodge & the @ISBAHQ Legal & Technical Commission pay homage to former ISA Sec-Gen H.E. Satya N. Nandan on his passing today, with a minute of silence at its 26th Session meeting in Kingston #ISBA26
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“The Dominican Republic has been an active member of ISA since it became party to the UNCLOS in 2009. we look forward to continuing our productive relationship under Amb. Pérez’s leadership.”-ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge during today's presentation of credentials:
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Congratulations to Michele Walker of #Jamaica , Head of the Legal Unit @mfaftja for her re-election as Chair of the @ISBAHQ A Legal & Technical Commission #ISBALTC The Commission begins the first part of its 26th Session meetings in #Kingston today #ISBA26
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ISA congratulates Judge Attard (re-elected), Judge Kulyk(re-elected), Ms Kathy-Ann Brown (Jamaica), Ms Ida Caracciolo (Italy), Mr Jielong Duan (China), Ms María Teresa Infante Caffi (Chile) and Mr Maurice Kamga (Cameroon) on their selection as #ITLOS members.
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Yesterday, @ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge opened the first ever Women in the Law of the Sea Conference in New York in celebration of #UNCLOS40 . The conference is organized by ISA in partnership with @SingaporeUN and @MaltaUNMission : #WILOSConference
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The #WILOSConference being organized by @ISBAHQ in partnership with @SingaporeUN and @MaltaUNMission begins with opening remarks from Sec-Gen @mwlodge , @fekita_u , Mr. Miguel de Serpa Soares, @BurhanGafoor and @_VanessaFrazier :
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As the guest of honour of the #WILOSConference , @fekita_u highlighted the need for individuals to work together to create a sustainable future for all. #UNCLOS40 #genderequality @TongaMfa
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"In the next 25 years, @ISBAHQ and & the framework provided under Part XI of #UNCLOS will further consolidate as one of the most successful projects in the history of international relations"- ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge @ #UNGA adoption of annual resolution on oceans & Law of the Sea.
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What is the @UN Convention on the Law of the Sea? What are the greatest achievements of #UNCLOS ? We asked Vladimir Jares of #DOALOS to share his perspectives as part of our new #ISAasks video series
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The Council of @ISBAHQ closed Part I of #ISBA28 on 31 March. The Council met in person for 12 days. The main item on the agenda was the draft regulations on the exploitation of mineral resources in the Area prepared by the LTC. #ISBA28 #UNCLOS
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Join Community of Ocean Action "Implementation of international law as reflected in UNCLOS" co-leaders Miguel de Serpa Soares, UN Legal Counsel, and Michael Lodge, Sec-Gen of #ISBAHQ as they host first #COA webinar on Wed 22 Aug 2018 11am-12.30pm EST.
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Do you have experience in the legal office of an international organization or the legal office of a government? @ISBAHQ is seeking a #Legal Officer! Apply via #Inspira : by 30 January 2022! #JobOpportunity
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"We are delighted to launch our new website, which we hope will provide all of the ISA community with a much improved user experience."- #ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge on the launch of the new ISA website
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Under #UNCLOS , ISA organizes & controls all #mineralresources related activities in the #deepseabed beyond national jurisdiction. ISA has granted 30 exploration contracts! Learn more about exploration in the Area in our Sec-Gen #AnnualReport 2020
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How much do you know about the structure of ISA? ISA has 3 principle organs, the Assembly, Council & Secretariat + their subsidiary bodies the Legal & Technical Commission & the Finance Committee. For more information visit our new website: #ISBA26
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Session II of the #WILOSConference begins with a focus on maritime delimitations with fruitful presentations by Dr. Irini Papanicolopulu @unimib , Ms. Helga Gudmundsdottir, Ms. Evi Neophytou and Dr. Naomi B. O'Sullivan @ITLOS_TIDM : #UNCLOS40
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Throwback to the 2004 flag raising ceremony at the International Seabed Authority HQ in #Kingston , #Jamaica . We are looking back at the history of #ISBAHQ as we celebrate our 25th anniversary this year #UNCLOS #SDG14
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The Second Session of the Intergovernmental Conference on #BBNJ kicked off @UN in NYC today. @ISBAHQ will hold side-events on 26 Mar & 2 Apr to mark its 25th Anniversary #ISBA25 & take stock of its contribution to #MarineScientificResearch #CapacityBuilding & #GlobalGoals #SDG14
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Happy #WorldMaritimeDay ! This year's theme is "Empowering Women in the Maritime Community" & #ISBAHQ is proud to have raised the proportion of women in the Secretariat from 42-55% in the last year! ISA is also working to enhance the role of women in #MSR through #OceanAction15467
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Outgoing @ISBAHQ Assembly President Mariusz Orion Jędrysek of #Poland hands the gavel to incoming President Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith @kaminajsmith of #Jamaica with #ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge @ #ISBA25 @mfaftja #Celebrating25years
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COMING UP: Our #deepsea virtual taxonomic standardization w/shop organized in partnership with MOF & MABIK #ROK opens tomorrow! The 2-day high-level w/shop will be held from 15-16 Sep. Stay tuned to @ISBAHQ for updates.
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#Pacific SIDS workshop on deep #seabed mining kicks off in #Tonga today organized by #ISBAHQ and @UNDESA . #DidYouKnow #Fiji & Tonga are both on the #ISBAHQ Council? #SDG14
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Part III of #ISBA27 kicks off today with in person meetings in Kingston, Jamaica to discuss the #MiningCode , the operationalization of the Enterprise & the Economic Planning Commission and other matters. Follow the discussions using the ISA Web TV:
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Do you know a young researcher from a developing country who's made an outstanding contribution to scientific knowledge of the deepsea? Nominations are now open for the Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in #DeepSea #Research . For more: #SDG14
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Sec-Gen @mwlodge on the launch of stakeholder consultations on the draft standards and guidelines for exploitation of mineral resources in the Area. Stakeholders are invited to submit their inputs on the draft guidelines by 20 Oct 2020:
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#BlueEconomyKE conference starts tomorrow Mon 26 Nov in Nairobi. Don't miss our side-event on the joint #ISBAHQ and @amdc_amv Voluntary commitment to promote the sustainable development of #African #deepsea resources. #OceanAction16374 #SDG14
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“More than ever international corporation to advance #deepsea scientific research will be key to the sustainable development of our oceans." ISA Sec-Gen @mwlodge + @IocUnesco ES Vladimir Ryabinin on the importance of #oceanscience partnerships ahead of #WorldOceansDay on 8 June.
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What is the role of the International Seabed Authority? Who can be a member? What is the current status of deep #seabed mining? To found out more about #ISBAHQ see the latest #FAQs on our website
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6 years
Interested in the presentations at yesterday's #ISBAHQ and @UNOHRLLS side event by deep sea biologist @DivaAmon and ISA Training Coordinator Annekah Mason? Stay tuned - we'll be uploading them online. #CSW62 #MSR
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22
@ISBAHQ
ISBA-HQ
5 years
The 25th Session of the @ISBAHQ Council concluded deliberations on the draft regulations for commercial #DeepSeaMining in #Kingston today with 50 Member States + Observers. #ISBA25 continues with the Legal & Technical Commission meeting next week #SDG14
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ISBA-HQ
5 years
This week @ISBAHQ is NYC for the @UN 29th meeting of the States Parties to #UNCLOS . Today kicks off with the @IocUnesco @MVPMNY side-event where @ISBAHQ Sec-Gen @mwlodge will deliver his welcome address on the #UNDecade in CRI @ 1:15pm EST #SDG14
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ISBA-HQ
4 years
Check out ISA's most recent publications on #capacitydevelopment , deep-sea mining contract areas and the potential impact of #polymetallicnodules production from the international seabed area. For more, visit the publications page on our new website:
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ISBA-HQ
4 years
Happy #WorldEnvironmentDay ! #DidYouKnow ISA develops tools such as regional #environmental plans to help protect & preserve the marine environment, including marine biodiversity? For more about #ISBAHQ 's environmental protection work visit our new site:
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22
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ISBA-HQ
5 years
Nominations are now open for #ISBAHQ Sec-General’s Award for Excellence in #Deepsea Research. Last year's inaugural winner Dr. Diva Amon of Trinidad & Tobago, was cited for her extensive research at sea including ROV, AUV & submersibles cruises #SDG14
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ISBA-HQ
4 years
The @ISBAHQ international w/kshop wrapped up in #Kingston this week, where delegates reviewed the impact of #capacitybuilding programmes and underscored the need for a programmatic approach @UNOHRLLS @DIRCO_ZA @mwlodge @_Marie_B_ @JihyunLee8 @fekita_u
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@ISBAHQ
ISBA-HQ
5 years
“It has been a tremendously successful week in the Council. The positions expressed were extremely constructive & I am very happy with the level of attendance & engagement by Member States”- Sec-Gen @mwlodge on @ISBAHQ 's 25th Session #DeepSeaMining #ISBA25
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ISBA-HQ
8 months
The President and Vice-Presidents of the Council for the 28th session of the ISA have issued a joint statement on the recent incidents that have occurred in the NORI-D contract area located in the Clarion Clipperton Zone.
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@ISBAHQ
ISBA-HQ
4 years
ISA is delighted to present the Secretary General’s #AnnualReport for 2020! For the first time in 25 years, the report is presented in an entirely new format to give a better indication of the breadth and scope of our activities over the past year
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@ISBAHQ
ISBA-HQ
2 years
. @ISBAHQ and @undoalos successfully hosted two successive workshops at the headquarters of ISA in Kingston, Jamaica, between 5 and 14 September 2022 with over 30 participants:
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@ISBAHQ
ISBA-HQ
4 years
Are you a holder of a Master’s degree in #science or #engineering with a minimum of 2 years work experience? @moesgoi is offering FOUR exciting training opportunities for candidates from developing States. Apply via @ISBAHQ training portal by 3 Apr!
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ISBA-HQ
4 years
Blue Minerals Jamaica Ltd. has applied for an exploration contract with ISA for #PolymetallicNodules in the Pacific Ocean. It's the 6th application received from a Small Island Developing State & the first from the Caribbean. @mfaftja Read more:
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