Deliberations in Jamaica over deep sea mining intensified as the UN International Seabed Authority resumed talks on a mining code.
Over 25 countries, including Peru and Greece, have called for a ban or moratorium due to concerns about environmental impact and regulatory gaps.
Despite granting 31 exploration contracts, the authority has not approved any exploitation amid debates centered on the Clarion-Clipperton Fracture Zone.
Critics argue mining could disrupt vital ocean processes and ecosystems, while proponents cite economic benefits and demand for metals crucial in green technologies.
Discussions continue amidst calls for clarity on environmental safeguards and liability issues in the proposed mining regulations.
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