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The Republic of Korea and ISA Sign Exploration Contract
JAMAICA, Kingston (27 March 2018) – – The Republic of Korea and the Authority have signed a 15-year contract for exploration for cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts.
UN-OHRLLS and ISA Highlight Capacity Building Initiatives for Women in Marine Scientific Research
JAMAICA, Kingston (23 March 2018) – – The Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS) and the International Seabed Authority (ISA) co-hosted a side event yesterday, 22 March 2018, on the margins of the 62nd Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
Michelle Walker of Jamaica Elected Chair of ISA Legal & Technical Commission
JAMAICA, Kingston (19 March 2018) – – On Monday 12 March 2018, Ms. Michelle Walker of Jamaica was elected as Chair of the Legal and Technical Commission. She succeeds Mr. Christian Reichert of Germany.
ISA Draft Strategic Plan Open for Submissions
JAMAICA, Kingston (13 March 2018) – – The International Seabed Authority Draft Strategic Plan for 2019-2023 is now available for written comments by members of the Authority and all stakeholders.
The Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority Launches Consultation for its New Strategic Plan
Message from Secretary-General Michael Lodge On the Occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science
JAMAICA, Kingston (11 February 2018) – – Science, technology and innovation are powerful and dynamic drivers of progress in our world, and are essential for the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The role of Women and girls is central to this effort. Ensuring their ready and meaningful access to the possibilities it offers will be instrumental to the fullest participation of developing States in the global economy.
