Convention on the High Seas

The Convention on the High Seas, established in 1958, is an international treaty that governs the use of ocean areas beyond any country's territorial waters. It sets rules for navigation, fishing, and resource exploration, ensuring all nations can share and protect these vast waters. The treaty promotes freedom of the high seas, meaning ships from any nation can travel and operate there, while also emphasizing the importance of protecting the marine environment and preventing pollution. Essentially, it helps manage shared ocean resources and maintains peace and order on the high seas.