Month: March 2025
The Council of the International Seabed Authority concludes Part I of its thirtieth session
Kingston, Jamaica – 28 March 2025 – The Council of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority) successfully concluded the first part of its thirtieth session, advancing discussions on the development of regulations for the exploitation of mineral resources in the international seabed area. All 36 Council Members participated in the session, alongside 24 non-Council Members… Continue reading The Council of the International Seabed Authority concludes Part I of its thirtieth session
The Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe presents credentials to the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority
Ambassador Taonga Mushayavanhu presented his credentials to the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority), Ms. Leticia Carvalho, as the Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe to the United Nations in New York and to the Authority, during a ceremony held in Kingston, Jamaica, on 25 March 2025. Ambassador Taonga Mushayavanhu is a seasoned Foreign Service… Continue reading The Permanent Representative of Zimbabwe presents credentials to the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority
The Council of the International Seabed Authority opens the first part of its thirtieth session
Kingston, Jamaica— The Council of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority) commenced the first part of its thirtieth session on Monday, 17 March 2025, marking the start of two weeks of intensive discussions aimed at advancing the draft regulations for the exploitation of mineral resources in the international seabed area (the Area). The meetings will… Continue reading The Council of the International Seabed Authority opens the first part of its thirtieth session
Call for taxonomy projects to describe deep-sea species
The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority) is inviting taxonomic research project proposals from individuals from developing Member States of the Authority under its “One Thousand Reasons” campaign. The “One Thousand Reasons” campaign launched under the Sustainable Seabed Knowledge Initiative (SSKI) in collaboration with the World Register of Marine Species and with the… Continue reading Call for taxonomy projects to describe deep-sea species
Statement on International Women’s Day 2025
On this International Women’s Day, I celebrate the strength, resilience and brilliance of women and girls worldwide. As an oceanographer and now the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority, I understand the barriers women—particularly those from developing countries like me—face in pursuing leadership roles in science and governance. Yet, I also know that these barriers… Continue reading Statement on International Women’s Day 2025
International Seabed Authority postpones nomination deadline for the Sixth Edition of the Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep-Sea Research
The International Seabed Authority (the Authority) announces that the nomination deadline for the Sixth Edition of the Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep-Sea Research, originally set for 11 April 2025, has been postponed until further notice. As the Authority undergoes a transition in leadership, this period provides an opportunity to enhance and refine the Award… Continue reading International Seabed Authority postpones nomination deadline for the Sixth Edition of the Secretary-General’s Award for Excellence in Deep-Sea Research
Bruno Pozzi of Belgium appointed Chef de Cabinet at the International Seabed Authority
Kingston, Jamaica – 6 March 2025 — The Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority), Ms. Leticia Carvalho, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bruno Pozzi from Belgium as Chef de Cabinet of the Authority. A seasoned diplomat with over 25 years of experience in international relations, diplomacy and policy, Mr. Pozzi… Continue reading Bruno Pozzi of Belgium appointed Chef de Cabinet at the International Seabed Authority
The Legal and Technical Commission of the Authority kicks off Part I of its thirtieth session
Kingston, Jamaica — On 3 March 2025, the Legal and Technical Commission (LTC) of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority) officially opened its meetings under Part I of its thirtieth session, which is taking place until 14 March 2025 in Kingston, Jamaica. The LTC re-elected Mr. Erasmo Lara Cabrera of Mexico as Chair and Ms.… Continue reading The Legal and Technical Commission of the Authority kicks off Part I of its thirtieth session
The Secretary-General of the Authority emphasizes inclusive dialogue at breakfast briefing with Permanent Representatives
On 28 February 2025, the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (the Authority), Ms. Leticia Carvalho, hosted a breakfast briefing with resident Permanent Representatives ahead of the Authority’s landmark thirtieth session, set to take place from 3 to 28 March. Held at the headquarters of the Authority in Kingston, Jamaica, the briefing was part of… Continue reading The Secretary-General of the Authority emphasizes inclusive dialogue at breakfast briefing with Permanent Representatives
