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Deep-Sea Mining: Navigating the Unpredictable Waters

The Push for Deep-Sea Mining As the International Seabed Authority (ISA) prepares for discussions on deep-sea mining, industrial interest in the potential for large-scale mineral production intensifies. John W. Lodge, the Jamaican representative to the ISA, voiced the allure of cost-effective mineral extraction from the ocean floor. This commercial interest gains further momentum as Norway becomes the first nation to authorize seabed mining exploration in its territorial waters. The confirmation by Norway’s parliament signals a significant step toward the widespread implementation of deep-sea mining activities. The Bounty Below the Waves The allure of deep-sea mining stems from the valuable metals