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UN Sea Level Declaration: Statehood & Rights

UN SEA LEVEL DECLARATION: STATEHOOD, MARITIME RIGHTS AND CLIMATE JUSTICE Why in the News? The UN General Assembly approved the Declaration on Sea Level Rise by consensus on September 24, addressing the scientific, financial, social and legal consequences of rising seas. Its significant provisions affirm that vulnerable low-lying island states can retain statehood, sovereignty, UN …