Could major power politics stall the landmark High Seas Treaty?

Nearly a year after its implementation, the High Seas Treaty, designed to protect international waters and marine ecosystems, faces potential geopolitical challenges from major powers like the U.S. and Russia who haven't ratified it. Ratified by 105 countries, including China, the Agreement on Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) aims to govern nearly two-thirds of the world's oceans. However, its future effectiveness hinges on the participation of influential nations, raising concerns about its ability to achieve its environmental goals if key players remain absent. This could undermine global efforts to combat marine biodiversity loss and climate change impacts.