United Nations Lays Groundwork to Protect Two-Thirds of Ocean

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United Nations Lays Groundwork to Protect Two-Thirds of Ocean
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The high seas, the vast area of the ocean more than 320 kilometres (200 miles) from any shore and beyond the jurisdiction of any country, are teeming with life and support diverse ecosystems that are critical to life on Earth. However, only about 1% of these waters are protected.

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