China's foreign ministry condemned President Trump's recent executive order that facilitates seabed mining in international waters, claiming it breaches international law and undermines global interests. The U.S. stands alone in its rejection of the Law of the Sea Convention, which many countries support. This unprecedented move to issue permits for seabed mining has raised alarms, particularly environmental concerns among scientists, indicating that the deep sea is poorly understood. The push for seabed mining is seen as a scramble for resources crucial for technological advancements but faces resistance from various nations advocating for a moratorium until proper regulations are established.
The Chinese foreign ministry criticized President Trump's order to accelerate seabed mining, stating it violates international law and jeopardizes the global community's interests.
Despite its immediate economic advantages, seabed mining raises significant environmental concerns, as the deep sea remains one of the planet's least understood ecosystems.
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