#BBNJPrepCom
Today's the first day of #BBNJPrepCom 3 - the last PrepCom before the first Conference of the Parties for the #HighSeasTreaty.

A weak outcome now risks delays later, and the ocean can’t afford delay. Let’s get the foundations right: equity, transparency, urgency, ambition!
March 23, 2026 at 6:28 AM
Two weeks of #BBNJPrepCom negotiations in New York brought governments one step closer to ensuring the BBNJ Agreement is ready to deliver when it enters into force. But much work still remains.

Read our reflections on #BBNJPrepCom 2: highseasalliance.org/treatytracke...
September 1, 2025 at 1:32 PM
These @highseasalliance.bsky.social briefings, recommendations and key messages are the product of months of intensive work and consultation by the incredibly knowledgable, dedicated & hardworking HSA family. Strongly recommended reading for anyone interested in #BBNJPrepCom.
🌊 What is #BBNJPrepCom — and why is it important?

Here's all you need to know for PrepCom, where discussions will lay the groundwork for the #BBNJ Treaty’s entry into force and preparation for its first Conference of the Parties (COP). buff.ly/FwauOk4
April 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Today at #BBNJPrepCom, actress and activist Jane Fonda called on countries to ratify the #HighSeasTreaty “The challenges we face from the climate crisis to the destruction of biodiversity transcend borders, they demand global solutions, forge through cooperation & a share commitment to the future”
April 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
With just 2 days left of the second #BBNJPrepCom, Cabo Verde 🇨🇻 has ratified the #HighSeasTreaty! 🌊

Only 7 more ratifications needed to bring it into force: t.co/iPEkvOJClQ

#RaceForRatification
August 28, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Protecting the High Seas is essential, not just for marine life, but for the health of our entire planet.

#BBNJPrepCom discussions will help shape how the Treaty works in practice.

Follow the developments through the HSA Treaty Tracker: buff.ly/HDdUEIB
April 16, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Day 2 at #BBNJPrepCom. Today we emphasized the importance of transparent, expert-led & inclusive subsidiary bodies. Their role is vital for implementing the Agreement based on science & traditional knowledge: Read our intervention: highseasalliance.org/treatytracke...
April 15, 2025 at 7:09 PM
📢 Just before the end of the second #BBNJPrepCom, St. Kitts and Nevis🇰🇳 ratified the #HighSeasTreaty! 🌊

We now need only 6 more ratifications to bring it into force:
https://t.co/iPEkvOJClQ

#RaceForRatification
September 1, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Hello from NYC! The High Seas Alliance team is at the UNHQ for the 1st session of #BBNJPrepCom!

In the next 10 days, we will be following the negotiations closely and advocating for ambitious outcomes. #HighSeasTreaty

All updates: highseasalliance.org/treatytracker/
April 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The first #BBNJPrepCom has wrapped! Two weeks of rich discussions and a spirit of collaboration have started to lay the groundwork for Treaty implementation.

📝 Read our wrap-up blog:
April 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Protecting the High Seas is essential, not just for marine life, but for the health of our entire planet.

#BBNJPrepCom discussions will help shape how the Treaty works in practice.

Follow the developments through the HSA Treaty Tracker: buff.ly/HDdUEIB
April 21, 2025 at 11:48 AM
🌊 What is #BBNJPrepCom — and why is it important?

Here's all you need to know for PrepCom, where discussions will lay the groundwork for the #BBNJ Treaty’s entry into force and preparation for its first Conference of the Parties (COP). buff.ly/FwauOk4
April 15, 2025 at 12:25 PM
⌛ Countdown to #BBNJPrepCom 3!

What’s at stake at #BBNJPrepCom? From decision-making and finance to participation and science, discussions now will shape how the #HighSeasTreaty is implemented.

Explore the key issues in our Deep Dives: https://bit.ly/4lbrJMo
March 16, 2026 at 5:54 PM
The High Seas cover half our planet 🌎 but has remained largely unprotected. With climate & biodiversity crises accelerating, swift action on the #HighSeasTreaty is critical.

A strong #BBNJPrepCom outcome means a stronger Treaty. Let’s get this right!

Learn more: buff.ly/FwauOk4
April 18, 2025 at 1:27 PM
⌛ Countdown to #BBNJPrepCom 3!

Next month is the final chance to shape strong, clear recommendations before the #BBNJCOP.

Check out our new Deep Dives for this session: https://highseasalliance.org/resources-category/deep-dive-briefings/
February 23, 2026 at 5:49 PM
It’s week 2 of #BBNJPrepCom! Today the HSA emphasized the need for strong, efficient subsidiary bodies that can collaborate, act independently where needed, and engage intersessionally. For more detail, read our interventions online: highseasalliance.org/treatytracke...
April 21, 2025 at 8:51 PM
🌊 Today, whilst #BBNJPrepCom & #UNPFII2025 are underway, we held a powerful Talanoa dialogue on the #BBNJ Treaty, highlighting how Indigenous knowledge & rights must shape High Seas governance.

Grateful to our partners & all who joined to share, connect, and inspire.
April 22, 2025 at 9:57 PM
It’s Day 3 of #BBNJPrepCom and ocean advocate from Hawai’i, Uncle Sol, reminds us of the importance of having #IndigenousPeoples’ voices on these key discussions on laying out strong foundations for the #HighSeasTreaty.

#RaceForRatification
April 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Today we co-hosted a #BBNJPrepCom side event alongside Austria, Nepal, & OceanCare on the role of landlocked countries in BBNJ implementation, bringing important voices to the table from🇦🇹🇳🇵🇲🇼🇧🇹🇧🇴

Thank you to everyone who joined!
April 23, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The ocean is on the frontline of the biodiversity and climate crisis, and how we govern the High Seas will shape its future.

At #BBNJPrepCom 2, governments are laying the groundwork for how the Treaty will move words to action: highseasalliance.org/prepcom/
#BBNJ @highseasalliance.bsky.social
August 22, 2025 at 10:57 AM
#BBNJPrepCom 3 concluded on Friday in New York, marking important progress, but also a clear reminder that time is not on our side.

Read our full closing statement: linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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#BBNJPrepCom3 concluded yesterday in New York, marking important progress, but also a clear reminder that time is not on our side. Huge thanks to the co-chairs, governments, and observers whose dedic...
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April 7, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Next week, the High Seas Alliance will attend the first session of the #BBNJPrepCom.

But what is PrepCom? This is where countries will shape key institutions and processes to bring the #HighSeasTreaty to life.

Stay tuned for more information and updates on this important meeting! buff.ly/FwauOk4
April 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
At today’s #BBNJPrepcom side event, Indigenous voices across the world shared powerful insights on embedding traditional knowledge and Indigenous participation in High Seas governance.

Thanks to our co-hosts, panelists and attendees for joining this event 🌊
April 17, 2025 at 8:20 PM
t's day 4 at #BBNJPrepCom!

This morning the HSA delivered a statement emphasizing the need for a robust and transparent Financial Mechanism at COP1, read more via the Treaty Tracker:

highseasalliance.org/treatytracke...
April 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Discussions laying the groundwork to bring the #HighSeasTreaty to life are underway at #BBNJPrepCom.

To align with the Treaty’s goals, States must finally protect deep-sea seamounts from destructive bottom trawling & urgently adopt a precautionary pause/moratorium on #DeepSeaMining. buff.ly/NTcBz8I
April 21, 2025 at 2:54 PM