ocean7Stella-Sofia Kyvelou
(Professor at Panteion University, Greece & Expert in Maritime Spatial Planning)

Note: S-S. Kyvelou serves as the focal point for the Eastern Mediterranean within the framework of the European MSP Assistance Mechanism.

Copyright: @ 2026 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 19 January 2026

Note: The article reflects the opinion of the author and not necessarily the views of the Research Institute for European and American Studies

With the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) entering into force in January 2026 as a legally binding international treaty, a significant governance gap concerning areas beyond national jurisdiction (ABNJ) is being addressed. ... Read more