UN adopts resolution on maritime impacts of sea level rise
The United Nations unanimously adopted a resolution establishing maritime boundaries for nations to address the threat of rising sea levels. The year 2024 recorded the highest annual increase in average sea level at 6 millimeters, and it is projected to exceed one meter by the end of the century if decisive actions are not taken. The resolution confirms that maritime zones remain under national control even as coastlines recede, and that the loss of a territorial element does not nullify a state's sovereignty. It also issues warnings about radical changes impacting millions of people and increasing the risk of floods, which could occur every three to four years if current trends continue. Studies highlight that natural solutions, such as mangrove trees, can reduce coastal risks by sequestering carbon and mitigating the effects of climate change.
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