International Seabed Authority.
Intergovernmental body to regulate mineral-related activities on the seabed
- Reports this week
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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TMC's deep-sea mining intentions were criticized by the ISA, while the company also received backing from Donald Trump.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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The size of the Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) is comparable to Europe, and PML research is informing protection strategies.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The United States is attempting to appropriate seabed resources, while Russia has formally rejected US claims regarding the continental shelf.Some support1 report
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Nauru, a Pacific Island country, announced its voluntary withdrawal from the ICC amid criticism over deep sea mining rule delays.Some support1 report
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David Adeang spoke at the UNGA 81st session, calling for the International Seabed Authority to complete regulations.Some support1 report
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Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum met in Suva to discuss the global deep-sea mining process involving the International Seabed Authority.Some support1 report
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Talks were held regarding resource extraction regulation, with expert testimony provided on deep-sea threats involving the International Seabed Authority, Jamaica, and Reuters.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Jane Kelsey analyzes ISDS risks related to the deep-sea mining push involving the International Seabed Authority.Some support2 reports
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CLCS process grants sovereign rights over seabed in Mauritius.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Deep Sea Mining tests the UNCLOS convention authority within the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.Some support1 report
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Competition for critical mineral investment is underway, involving American Samoa, Alaska, and Mongolia in the broader deep sea mineral discussion.Some support1 report
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The International Seabed Authority (ISA) established international standards for seabed minerals.Some support2 reports
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The International Seabed Authority approved the contract extension for the deep-sea mining company Nori.Some support1 report
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Talks were held regarding resource extraction regulation, with expert testimony provided on deep-sea threats involving the International Seabed Authority, Jamaica, and Reuters.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Greenpeace Australia Pacific advocates for deep sea protection and calls for ambitious international efforts ahead of the ISA Assembly in Kingston.Some support1 report
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Negotiations regarding resource management issues involving the International Seabed Authority have stalled in Cali.Some support1 report
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Territories are challenging the International Seabed Authority's jurisdiction over high seas mining approvals and leadership.Some support3 reports
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Allseas, a deep-sea mining company, is accused of operating without ISA permission, relying on a Trump executive order.Some support1 report
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The US plans to auction off water around American Samoa, a move that departs from the norms and rules of the International Seabed Authority.Some support1 report
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Norway is central to the ongoing deep-sea mining debate, involving the International Seabed Authority and resource extraction talks.Some support1 report
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The Metals Company is seeking non-Chinese sources for critical minerals while navigating the regulatory hurdles set by the International Seabed Authority amid China's control.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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TMC The Metals Company, based in Vancouver, holds exploration contracts from the International Seabed Authority and trades on the Nasdaq stock exchange.Some support1 report
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The Metals Company is seeking certification for an exploration license application through the International Seabed Authority, a UN-run body.Some support2 reports
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Kyrgyzstan and Cambodia participated in a UNCLOS meeting, while the International Seabed Authority was established under the UNCLOS framework.Some support1 report
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The headquarters for the SPLOS 36 meeting is underway, governing deep sea mineral activities.Some support1 report
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TMC The Metals Company has been granted exploratory rights to extract nodules from the deep sea, operating under the governance of the International Seabed Authority.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Around International Seabed Authority this week
News at the entities that move International Seabed Authority most-
United Nations StructuralA program addressed challenges facing the United Nations and the importance of multilateralism, noting the impact of US politics.Moves International Seabed Authority
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Donald Trump OperationalVoters in Alaska are weighing presidential approval ratings while contesting the state's gubernatorial race.Moves International Seabed Authority
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Cook Islands StructuralEl Niño-driven dry spell strains agriculture in the Cook Islands.Moves International Seabed Authority
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Australian Government OperationalBoth the Australian and Queensland governments invested in a water pipeline connecting the Rockhampton network to Mount Morgan.Moves International Seabed Authority
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António Guterres StructuralGuterres pushed for fossil fuel transition while Thunberg called for greater Australian climate action during negotiations in Antalya.Moves International Seabed Authority
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Kenya StructuralMobile investment platforms are reshaping access to capital markets in Kenya.Moves International Seabed Authority
Connections
The 22 strongest of 39, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Donald Trump Operational
Trump's administration actively challenges and bypasses the operational rules and norms established by the International Seabed Authority.
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United Nations Structural
The International Seabed Authority is a UN-run intergovernmental body established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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Nori Structural
The International Seabed Authority formally approves contract extensions for Nori, establishing a regulatory dependency.
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Norway Structural
Norway operates under the regulatory framework of the International Seabed Authority concerning deep-sea mining.
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Cook Islands Structural
The Cook Islands operates within the international governance framework established by the International Seabed Authority for deep-sea mineral activities.
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Australian Government Operational
The Australian Government influences the international efforts led by the International Seabed Authority regarding deep sea mining.
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American Samoa Structural
The relationship is defined by the debate over the International Seabed Authority's regulatory jurisdiction over American Samoa waters.
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Plymouth Marine Laboratory Operational
PML's marine research provides input that informs the International Seabed Authority's protection strategies.
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Greenpeace Aotearoa Operational
Greenpeace Aotearoa actively protests the processes of the International Seabed Authority regarding deep-sea mining.
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Jamaica Operational
The International Seabed Authority's resource governance activities are debated in relation to Jamaican national interests.
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António Guterres Structural
A's mandate as UN Secretary-General operates within the international framework that includes the ISA, which draws up deep sea mining regulations.
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Kenya Structural
Kenya holds a formal membership position on the International Seabed Authority Council.
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Allseas Structural
A company is accused of operating in international waters without the necessary permissions from the International Seabed Authority.
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Mauritius Structural
Mauritius exercises sovereign rights over seabed resources within the regulatory framework of the International Seabed Authority.
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Kingston Shared context
The International Seabed Authority operates and is headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica.
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David Adeang Operational
David Adeang actively advocates for the International Seabed Authority to complete its regulations.
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Pacific Islands Forum Operational
The two bodies engage in functional discussions regarding the global deep-sea mining process overseen by the ISA.
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Matt Giacona Mentioned together
The evidence tracks Giacona's views on critical minerals and the broader context of ISA governance, but does not establish a direct link between the two entities.
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Nauru Shared context
Both entities are involved in the political debate surrounding deep sea mining rule delays.
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Cali Mentioned together
The single snapshot describes ISA's resource management negotiations without mentioning Cali.
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Europe Shared context
The size of the Clarion-Clipperton Zone is described as being roughly the size of Europe.
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Jane Kelsey Mentioned together
Jane Kelsey is associated with analyzing ISDS risks within the deep-sea mining sector governed by the ISA.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
3 events- The United States is attempting to appropriate seabed resources, while Russia has formally rejected US claims regarding the continental shelf.
- Nauru, a Pacific Island country, announced its voluntary withdrawal from the ICC amid criticism over deep sea mining rule delays.
- David Adeang spoke at the UNGA 81st session, calling for the International Seabed Authority to complete regulations.
August 2026
6 events- Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum met in Suva to discuss the global deep-sea mining process involving the International Seabed Authority.
- Jane Kelsey analyzes ISDS risks related to the deep-sea mining push involving the International Seabed Authority.
- CLCS process grants sovereign rights over seabed in Mauritius.
- Deep Sea Mining tests the UNCLOS convention authority within the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
- Competition for critical mineral investment is underway, involving American Samoa, Alaska, and Mongolia in the broader deep sea mineral discussion.
- The International Seabed Authority (ISA) established international standards for seabed minerals.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
10 events- Talks were held regarding resource extraction regulation, with expert testimony provided on deep-sea threats involving the International Seabed Authority, Jamaica, and Reuters.
- The International Seabed Authority approved the contract extension for the deep-sea mining company Nori.
- Talks were held regarding resource extraction regulation, with expert testimony provided on deep-sea threats involving the International Seabed Authority, Jamaica, and Reuters.
- Greenpeace Australia Pacific advocates for deep sea protection and calls for ambitious international efforts ahead of the ISA Assembly in Kingston.
- Negotiations regarding resource management issues involving the International Seabed Authority have stalled in Cali.
- Territories are challenging the International Seabed Authority's jurisdiction over high seas mining approvals and leadership.
- Allseas, a deep-sea mining company, is accused of operating without ISA permission, relying on a Trump executive order.
- The US plans to auction off water around American Samoa, a move that departs from the norms and rules of the International Seabed Authority.
- Norway is central to the ongoing deep-sea mining debate, involving the International Seabed Authority and resource extraction talks.
- TMC The Metals Company, based in Vancouver, holds exploration contracts from the International Seabed Authority and trades on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
June 2026
6 events- TMC's deep-sea mining intentions were criticized by the ISA, while the company also received backing from Donald Trump.
- The Metals Company is seeking non-Chinese sources for critical minerals while navigating the regulatory hurdles set by the International Seabed Authority amid China's control.
- The Metals Company is seeking certification for an exploration license application through the International Seabed Authority, a UN-run body.
- Kyrgyzstan and Cambodia participated in a UNCLOS meeting, while the International Seabed Authority was established under the UNCLOS framework.
- The headquarters for the SPLOS 36 meeting is underway, governing deep sea mineral activities.
- TMC The Metals Company has been granted exploratory rights to extract nodules from the deep sea, operating under the governance of the International Seabed Authority.