Balancing erosion and opportunity in Pacific deep-sea mining

Pacific Islanders live the harsh reality of climate change every day, while the United Nations strives for fair deep-sea mining of crucial green metals. Balancing environmental concerns, equity and economic needs, the International Seabed Authority navigates a complex path, empowering small states like Nauru to develop into commercial competitors for these resources. UN maritime law promotes resource sharing, but challenges remain in defining equity. At the same time, US aid seeks to counter China's influence and is bringing much-needed attention to Pacific issues across Washington.

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