JET joins call for moratorium on deep sea mining

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JET joins call for moratorium on deep sea mining

The Jamaica Environment Trust (JET) is calling for a moratorium on deep sea mining. The call comes against the background of the International Seabed Authority hosting its 27th Session in Jamaica. JET notes that delegates from around the world...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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