Ika MakimakiMar 6

Some necessary good news for the ocean. The opportunity to make generational progress in ocean protection is within our reach, and, despite regressive govts like New Zealand, the world is moving to seize the day.

An Australian perspective here.

Two prospects for huge ocean conservation gains are now within grasp – and it’s about time
https://thepoint.com.au/opinions/260225-two-prospects-for-huge-ocean-conservation-gains-are-now-within-grasp-and-its-about-time

#oceans #GlobalOceanTreaty #BBNJ #ProtectTheOcean

Two prospects for huge ocean conservation gains are now within grasp – and it’s about time

Amidst the high drama of parliament this past month, a quiet but historic moment is unfolding largely unnoticed. After two decades of campaigning, several years of treaty negotiations, and a few more drafting laws, legislation has finally been tabled for Australia to join the new High Seas Treaty. This is arguably the most significant global agreement on nature protection of our generation.

Ika MakimakiFeb 12

New Zealand still dragging its feet while Pacific nations lead the way.

Bit embarrassing, eh?

High Seas Treaty takes effect as New Zealand misses the first vote
https://www.teaonews.co.nz/2026/02/12/high-seas-treaty-takes-effect-as-new-zealand-misses-the-first-vote/

#ProtectTheOcean #GlobalOceanTreaty #BBNJ #oceans #NZPol

High Seas Treaty takes effect as New Zealand misses the first vote

A landmark ocean protection treaty is now in force, but delays in ratification mean New Zealand will not have voting rights at its first major decision-making meeting this April.

Te Ao Māori News
Ika MakimakiJan 22

“A landmark moment for the ocean and for multilateralism, proving that even in politically turbulent times, countries can unite for the common good. If implemented as intended, the Agreement will be a true game-changer for marine life and biodiversity.”

🌊 🪸 🐳
High Seas Treaty enters into force after decades of negotiations

https://oceanographicmagazine.com/news/high-seas-treaty-enters-into-force-after-decades-of-negotiations/

#ProtectTheOcean #BBNJ #GlobalOceanTreaty #oceans #goodNews

High Seas Treaty enters into force after decades of negotiations - Oceanographic

The long-awaited treaty establishes a legal framework to protect biodiversity in the High Seas. NGOs now want concrete action on protection

Oceanographic
Ika MakimakiJan 18

ICYMI

From Saturday January 17th, the #GlobalOceanTreaty has entered into force! 🌊

It is the most significant piece of legislation in decades for protecting the High Seas across the globe and it is now ratified by 83 countries and counting,

Join us in celebrating this milestone for the ocean and all the creatures that live in it!
🐋 🪸 🦈 🐙 🐢 🐟

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZkPuDujBnQ

#ProtectTheOcean #BanBottomTrawling #BBNJ #Oceans

Finally! The Global Ocean Treaty is sorted!

YouTube
Stephen HomewoodDec 30
#Petition from #Greenpeace calling #KeirStarmer to sign the #GlobalOceanTreaty - if you're interested...
After decades of campaigning, enough governments have now signed the Global Ocean Treaty into law for it to come into force next year - it will help protect 30% of our oceans by 2030. The UK has fallen behind, and to make sure they can work with other nations to create huge protected areas at sea, we need the government to sign the Treaty into law immediately." : https://act.gp/469LFXa
Keir Starmer: deliver a Global Ocean Treaty now

Ika MakimakiOct 9, 2025

The genocidal entity has neither signed nor ratified the treaty, if you are wondering.

#GlobalOceanTreaty #BBNJ

Ika MakimakiOct 9, 2025

Since the #GlobalOceanTreaty passed the threshold of 60 countries a lot more have ratified. The current number is 75! 🌊

But on the 1st of October the state of Palestine ratified the High Seas Treaty or #BBNJ, and I think that one ratification is particularly important to note.
🇵🇸

https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/country/state-of-palestine/

#ProtectTheOcean #oceans #solidarity

State of Palestine - High Seas Alliance Treaty Ratification

High Seas Alliance Treaty Ratification
Ika MakimakiSep 30, 2025

Great question. Why indeed? 🤔

74 countries have now ratified a landmark treaty to protect the high seas. Why hasn’t NZ?
https://theconversation.com/74-countries-have-now-ratified-a-landmark-treaty-to-protect-the-high-seas-why-hasnt-nz-265846

#globalOceanTreaty #BBNJ #ProtectTheOcean #NZPol #oceans

74 countries have now ratified a landmark treaty to protect the high seas. Why hasn’t NZ?

The High Seas Treaty comes into force in January. New Zealand lags behind on several fronts, including marine protection and recognition of Māori customary rights.

The Conversation
Ika MakimakiSep 26, 2025

As of today, 73 countries have ratified the #GlobalOceanTreaty 🌊 🐙

The threshold was 60, so it is now a done deal.

This is a major milestone and a significant win for marine life and the health of the ocean. 🐳

It will come into force in January 17, 2026. 🥳

Meanwhile, you can read about the ways the historic agreement can #ProtectTheOcean and get as excited as I am! 🐡

How the Global Ocean Treaty can help repair high seas mismanagement
https://www.greenpeace.org/international/publication/67495/untangled-global-ocean-treaty-high-seas-mismanagement/

#BBNJ #greenpeace #ProtectTheOcean #goodNews #oceans

Un-Tangled: How the Global Ocean Treaty can help repair high seas mismanagement - Greenpeace International

Greenpeace report details how RFMOs have failed and explores how the Global Ocean Treaty can remedy this systematic mismanagement. 

Greenpeace International
Show threadNatz 🏴‍☠️ ☮️ 🌱Sep 23, 2025

@greenpeace no UK flag yet… but it’s not like we’re not a small island surrounded by water… oh, wait… 😩

#GlobalOceanTreaty