UN members reach accord to protect marine life on high seas in 'major win' for biodiversity

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57% : READ MORE: United Nations conference reaches historic biodiversity agreement Treaty negotiations initially were anticipated to conclude Friday, but stretched through the night and deep into Saturday.
52% : For the first time, United Nations members have agreed on a unified treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas -- representing a turning point for vast stretches of the planet where conservation has previously been hampered by a confusing patchwork of laws.
44% : The high seas have long suffered exploitation due to commercial fishing and mining, as well as pollution from chemicals and plastics.

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