REPORT on the proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction

What is this about?

• This directive aims to conserve and sustainably use marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
• It implements international agreements such as the BBNJ Treaty and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
• Key measures include establishing marine protected areas and area-based management tools, as well as regulating environmental impact assessments for planned activities.
• Member states are required to coordinate efforts to ensure coherence with existing international and regional frameworks.
• The directive also emphasizes the fair sharing of benefits from marine genetic resources and public participation.