Implementing high seas biodiversity conservation: global geopolitical considerations

摘要: Abstract This article will consider the broad geopolitical considerations in measures towards biodiversity conservation and governance of high seas areas. Traditionally, international law has provided for jurisdiction based upon flag State areas, States have shown themselves reluctant to depart from this model. International organisations with responsibility living resource management proven, many cases, be limited utility sustainable resources. traditional norm jurisdiction, while still dominant, is now being joined by use supra-national context regional fisheries under United Nations Fish Stocks Agreement. Part reason effectiveness focus individual on national interest, which may undermine cooperation. The paper explores what mechanisms exist within that would permit a more effective conservation, how these used combat erosion interests. Recognition factors cooperation active efforts address matters, prove essential establishment successful regime