Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum met in Suva to discuss the global deep-sea mining process involving the International Seabed Authority.

The entities involved

• International Seabed Authority →

  Intergovernmental body to regulate mineral-related activities on the seabed

  • The United States is attempting to appropriate seabed resources, while Russia has formally rejected US claims regarding the continental shelf.Mon 10:27
  • Nauru, a Pacific Island country, announced its voluntary withdrawal from the ICC amid criticism over deep sea mining rule delays.Thu 03:59
• Pacific Islands Forum →

  intergovernmental organization

  Nothing else this week.

• Suva →

  capital city of Fiji

  • The National Federation Party held a convention in Suva, and Chand was named its president on January 1, 2026.Sat 04:43

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• Jane Kelsey analyzes ISDS risks related to the deep-sea mining push involving the International Seabed Authority.Aug 25