"UN body that regulates the deep sea tackles proposed mining code amid growing concerns", 15 July 2024.

Tense deliberations over how and if to allow deep sea mining unfolded Monday in Jamaica as at least one company threatened to apply for permission before rules and regulations are in place. More than two dozen countries have called for a ban, pause or moratorium on deep sea mining — including most recently Peru and Greece — as the U.N. International Seabed Authority resumed talks over a proposed mining code after last meeting in March...The Jamaica-based authority, which is the global custodian for deep waters that don't fall under a country's jurisdiction, has granted 31 mining exploration contracts but has not authorized any exploitation as the debate continues...Among those pushing for exploitation is The Metals Company, a Canadian business that is largely expected to be the first to seek permission to start mining...