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deep sea mining
As Pacific Islands Caution Against Seabed Mining, the US Prepares to Trash the Rules
By Camilla Pohle
The White House’s executive order last month purports to authorize mining in international waters – against the authority of a U.N. regulatory body.
The Challenge of Regulating Japan’s Deep-sea Mining Experiment
By Alison McCook
As Japan gears up to mine its extended continental shelf, serious questions remain about whether international regulators will be ready.
Rare Earths in the South China Sea: Adding Fuel to the Geopolitical Fire
By Tobias Burgers and Scott N. Romaniuk
Competition for rare-earth mineral wealth on the seafloor could lead to further tensions and even conflict.
Pacific Island Nations Consider Deep-sea Mining, Despite Risks
By Joshua Mcdonald
Pacific Island nations are contemplating allowing deep-sea mining to bolster their economies, despite unknown environmental impacts.
NGOs and Scientists Urge Moratorium on Deep Sea Mining in the Pacific
By Luke Hunt
Mining for battery metals seen as a threat to Pacific Island nations.
Scramble for the Indo-Pacific Seabed
By Drake Long
China is poised to dominate seabed mining – if it ever becomes feasible, that is.
Deep-Sea Gold Miners Target PNG Coast
By Luke Hunt
Locals fear for their environment despite promises of riches.
Why China Shouldn't Denounce UNCLOS
By Tara Davenport
As the South China Sea judgment looms, some say China should drop out of UNCLOS. That's not a viable option.
The Deep Sea Resources Rush
Exploitation of seafloor minerals appears imminent. But do we really understand the potential impact?
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