The world is approaching a turning point in protecting the oceans: the international treaty on the high seas, adopted in 2023, is about to become a legal reality. The announcement was made by French President Emmanuel Macron at the opening of the third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3), which is taking place these days until June 13 in Nice. According to the French leader, the number of ratifications required - 60 - is almost reached. "The treaty will be able to enter into force on January 1 next