"Canada and Global Coalition Demand Halt to Deep-Sea Mining Amid Environmental Concerns"
Canada has joined the growing list of countries calling for a halt to deep-sea mining in international waters due to concerns about potential ecological devastation. The Canadian government supports a moratorium on commercial deep-sea mining until there is a comprehensive understanding of its environmental impacts and a robust regulatory regime in place. This aligns Canada with European nations, scientists, environmental organizations, and car manufacturers who have pledged not to use deep-sea minerals. The International Seabed Authority, responsible for regulating mining in international waters, is meeting this week to discuss the issue. Experts have raised concerns about sediment plumes, pollution, and the potential harm to marine ecosystems.