International Seabed Minerals Act 2015 (No. 26 of 2015). País/Territorio Nauru Tipo de documento Legislación Fecha 2015 Fuente FAO, FAOLEX Título completoAn Act to govern Nauru’s engagement in Seabed Mineral Activities in the Area beyond national jurisdiction and the associated administrative functions of the Republic. Materia Medio ambiente gen., Recursos minerales, Mar, Especies silvestres y ecosistemas Palabra clave Conservación del ecosistema Control de la contaminación Contaminación marina Principio de cautela Minería Exploración Minerales Concesión Autorización/permiso Institución EIA Fondo marino profundo Infracciones/sanciones Área geográphica Asia y Pacifico, Micronesia, Oceania, Pequeños estados insulares en desarrollo, Pacífico Sur Resumen This Act provides rules for operations for the exploration or exploitation of seabed minerals within the Area under contract with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) under Nauru’s sponsorship under this Act and establishes the Nauru Seabed Minerals Authority. The objectives of this Act include: (a) to establish a legal framework for the sponsorship and for the effective control by Nauru of contractors to undertake Seabed Mineral Activities in the Area; (b) to provide that Seabed Mineral Activities under Nauru’s sponsorship in the Area must be carried out under Nauru’s effective control in accordance with best international practice, and in a manner that is consistent with internationally accepted rules, standards, principles and practices, including Nauru’s responsibilities under the UNCLOS and specifically Nauru’s duty to protect and preserve the Marine Environment. By the enactment of this Act, Nauru recognises the rules, regulations, procedures, codes and standards adopted by the ISA for, among other things, the protection and preservation of the natural resources of the Area and the prevention of damage to the flora and fauna of the Marine Environment. Texto completo Inglés Página web ronlaw.gov.nr