The "BBNJ Agreement," also referred to as the "High Seas Treaty," is one of several important environmental negotiations concluding in the next four months. Conservation International works with partners and government agencies to develop policies that support the sustainable use of marine resources.This historic treaty will enable international efforts to protect biodiversity on the high seas, the ocean areas outside of national waters. In 2023, agreement was reached on a High Seas Treaty to be added as an instrument of the convention, to protect ocean life in international waters.