Black Holes in Deep Oceans Space: Closing the Legal Voids in High Seas Biodiversity Protection

April 14, 2008

The challenges facing our oceans in the 21st Century require that the primacy of the concept of "Freedom for the Seas" (Libertas Mari) be restored. The international community must act now on its commitments to protect the marine environment, so that future generations have the freedom to enjoy the benefits of this last remaining global commons sustainably and equitably. "Black Holes in Deep Oceans Space: Closing the legal voids in high seas biodiversity protection" addresses current gaps in international oceans governance.

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