The International Seabed Authority (ISA or the Authority) is at a pivotal point: a transition from the exploration to exploitation of deep-sea mineral resources of the Area is in sight and the Authority is beginning to develop exploitation regulations. A report containing a working draft of the Regulations and Standard Contract Terms on Exploitation for Mineral Resources in the Area was released at the 2016 ISA Annual Session. In addition, pursuant to UNCLOS Article 154, a review of the ISA was initiated in 2015-2016. An interim report documenting findings of the review was released in May 2016 and discussed at the 2016 ISA Annual Session.
These milestones point to a ready opportunity to consider the governance of the ISA, including stakeholder participation and transparency in its decision-making processes. Recognizing this juncture, The Pew Charitable Trusts and RESOLVE, in partnership with the Commonwealth Secretariat, Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies, and the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Councils on Oceans and on the Future of Mining and Metals, convened the Workshop on Enhancing Stakeholder Participation and Transparency in the ISA Process, providing the chance for a variety of stakeholders to share and discuss their perspectives regarding stakeholder participation and transparency. Participants included country delegates, council members, Legal and Technical Committee (LTC) members, contractors, members of the secretariat, and observers, among others.
Final Report:
ISA Transparency Side Event - 07-16-16 - Meeting Report - FINAL with Logos
Paul De Morgan
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