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Every country has a stake in the two-thirds of the ocean beyond national borders, and Nepal🇳🇵 is the latest to make that commitment official, becoming the 105th Party to the High Seas Treaty.

Who’s next? https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/

#HighSeasTreaty #60toGlobal
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November 2, 2026 at 10:38 AM
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Congratulations to Togo and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea for officially ratifying the #HighSeasTreaty! 🇹🇬 🇰🇵

Every ratifying nation brings us closer to universal ratification; moving us toward more effective #HighSeas protection.

Ask your leader to #RatifyNow!

#60toGlobal
October 7, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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Congratulations to #Mozambique for becoming the 102nd ratification of the #HighSeasTreaty!

Every ratifying nation brings us closer to universal ratification; moving us toward fully effective protection of the #HighSeas.

Ask your leader to #RatifyNow! #60toGlobal
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October 5, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Congratulations to #Canada on officially ratifying the #HighSeasTreaty, bringing us to a total of 98 ratifications! 🇨🇦

Every country that ratifies gets to participate at #BBNJCOP1 to build the legal foundation to make #HighSeas protection a reality.

highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/
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September 23, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Migratory ray species travel across the #Ocean, facing threats from industrial fishing.

The #HighSeasTreaty can ensure effective protection of critical migratory corridors & biological hotspots on the #HighSeas by establishing MPAs and aligning with existing international frameworks. #WorldMantaDay
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September 17, 2026 at 2:26 PM
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Orca populations rely extensively on the High Seas for survival.

High Seas #MPAs can protect crucial migratory corridors = ensuring orcas have safe, food-rich waters free from industrial noise pollution across their entire range.

Call on your country to ratify today! https://bit.ly/4aNEvO8
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September 10, 2026 at 12:28 PM
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Why is universal ratification of the BBNJ Agreement important?

Without broad participation, there is a risk of fragmented ocean governance, with legal loopholes, and weakened enforcement, leading to poor ocean protection.

Find out in our Deep Dive: https://bit.ly/4d7tpD9 #60toGlobal
Deep Dive: Universal Ratification - High Seas Alliance
Read our Deep Dive on Universal Ratification to learn why it is important that as many countries ratify the High Seas Treaty. Available here.
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August 11, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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⏳ Years of negotiation, advocacy & collaboration have led to this historic moment!

The #HighSeasTreaty is now in force, a testament to the leadership of governments, civil society, Indigenous leaders, scientists & many more ocean champions everywhere. #60toGlobal @highseasalliance.bsky.social
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January 17, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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🌊 More good news for the ocean! Kyrgyzstan🇰🇬 and Mexico🇲🇽 have now ratified the #HighSeasTreaty, bringing the total number of ratifications–including the EU–to 63 🎉

Every ratification counts, let’s keep the momentum going! #60toGlobal

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High Seas Treaty Ratification Tracker
At least 60 countries must sign and ratify the High Seas Treaty for it to become international law. Join the #RaceForRatification. Ask leaders to ratify the Treaty Now!
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September 24, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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The High Seas Treaty is officially in effect! 🌊🎉🌎

TODAY, the UN’s #BBNJ Treaty becomes international law, protecting areas of the global ocean beyond any nation’s control.

👉Learn more about the road to protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030 and #60toGlobal from the @highseasalliance.bsky.social!
January 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Congratulations to UK for ratifying the #BBNJ Agreement!
From #60toGlobal

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World’s ocean to be better protected as UK ratifies landmark treaty
UK ratifies the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement.
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July 10, 2026 at 7:28 PM
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🌊 A historic day for the ocean! The #HighSeasTreaty has officially entered into force, a win for multilateralism and for our blue planet.

Next step: universal ratification!

👏 Well done to our member @highseasalliance.bsky.social! #60toGlobal
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January 17, 2026 at 1:49 PM
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🎉 Celebrating a historical milestone! 60 countries have said YES to protecting the High Seas! Now the #HighSeasTreaty can enter into force.🌍🌊

Congratulations to our member @highseasalliance.bsky.social, which worked tirelessly to achieve this great goal for our ocean!

#60ToGlobal
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September 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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🌊 Histórico para o oceano!

O #HighSeasTreaty atingiu as 60 ratificações e entra oficialmente em vigor daqui a 120 dias! 🐠
Este é um passo gigante para proteger o oceano, mas a verdadeira missão continua: todos os países devem juntar-se a esta causa global🌍#60ToGlobal

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September 19, 2025 at 8:32 PM
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What happens on the High Seas doesn't stay on the High Seas.

Protecting international waters is an investment in the health of every nation’s own fisheries, coastlines, and marine life. Protecting our shared ocean is humanity’s collective responsibility.
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August 3, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Congratulations to Serbia🇷🇸 for ratifying the BBNJ Agreement! 👏

Now is the moment to build toward universal ratification! We encourage all countries to take this crucial step and help turn global ambition into action.

#60toGlobal #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty
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August 3, 2026 at 9:33 AM
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🦈 Highly migratory sharks and rays don’t recognise geopolitical boundaries, but they are equally affected by the global effects of destructive activities, pollution & climate change.

The High Seas Treaty can effectively protect them with the establishment of High Seas #MPAs. #SharkAwarenessDay
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July 14, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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🗺️ Have you shared your message for the High Seas yet?

People across the world are calling on their world leaders to ratify the #HighSeasTreaty.

91 parties have already ratified, but we need more. Help us advance towards universal ratification ➡️ https://bit.ly/4ndGK1g

#60toGlobal
July 13, 2026 at 2:14 PM
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Congratulations to the United Kingdom🇬🇧 for ratifying the BBNJ Agreement! 👏

Now is the moment to build toward universal ratification! We encourage all countries to take this crucial step and help turn global ambition into action.

#60toGlobal #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty
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July 11, 2026 at 10:16 AM
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Congratulations to Tonga🇹🇴 for ratifying the BBNJ Agreement! 👏

Now is the moment to build toward universal ratification! We encourage all countries to take this crucial step and help turn global ambition into action.

#60toGlobal #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty
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July 9, 2026 at 10:56 AM
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Ratify the #HighSeasTreaty now!

Only Parties can shape decisions at the first #BBNJCOP, and broader participation makes the Treaty stronger and more effective.

Let’s reach #60ToGlobal and build momentum for real ocean action. #BBNJPrepCom
https://bit.ly/4aNEvO8
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July 6, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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🌊 That’s a wrap on Our Ocean Conference 2026 in Mombasa!🇰🇪

To our co-hosts, speakers, partners, and members: thank you for the brilliant energy you brought to OOC in Mombasa. Let’s keep pushing forward together.

#60toGlobal #OurOceanKenya
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June 19, 2026 at 11:37 AM
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“We must bring the High Seas Treaty from promise to practice. The Agreement represents one of the most important advances in ocean governance in a generation. Now governments must ratify it, so it is in effect. But everybody needs to join in implementing it”. John Kerry

#OurOceanKenya #60toGlobal
June 17, 2026 at 8:50 AM
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Congratulations to Comoros🇰🇲 for ratifying the BBNJ Agreement! 👏

Each new ratification strengthens inclusive and equitable implementation of the Agreement.

Now is the moment to build toward universal ratification! https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/

#60toGlobal #BBNJ #HighSeasTreaty
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June 15, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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🗺️ Is your country a High Seas champion?
📍Drop your location in the comments ⬇️

Send your message to world leaders urging them to ratify the BBNJ Agreement now! Be part of the #60toGlobal movement.

➡️ https://highseasalliance.org/treaty-ratification/map/
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June 3, 2026 at 5:28 PM