Grants and Contributions:
The expected results of sending this grant to support the UN’s Trust Fund for the participation of developing countries in the Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS) would likely include the following:
Enhanced Participation of Developing Countries: The funding will enable more developing countries to participate in the CLCS meetings and processes, which could otherwise be financially prohibitive for these nations. This ensures that their interests and claims regarding the limits of their continental shelves are properly represented and considered.
Capacity Building: Participation in the CLCS process provides developing countries with valuable experience and knowledge in maritime boundary issues, ocean governance, and international law. The grant will allow these countries to build the technical and legal capacity of their experts to engage effectively in the complex scientific and legal processes of the CLCS.
Strengthened International Cooperation: By facilitating the involvement of developing countries in the CLCS, the grant promotes cooperation and dialogue between states on issues related to the law of the sea. This can lead to stronger partnerships in regional and global ocean management and better adherence to international maritime law.
Progress in Delimiting Maritime Boundaries: With the support provided by the grant, developing countries will be better equipped to submit scientific data and legal arguments for the establishment of their extended continental shelf boundaries. This could lead to the recognition of new maritime zones, which are crucial for resource management and environmental protection.
Support for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): The participation of developing countries in the CLCS process supports the achievement of the UN's SDGs, particularly Goal 14 (Life Below Water), by helping these nations secure their maritime rights, which are vital for sustainable marine resource management and the protection of marine biodiversity.
Improved Ocean Governance: By ensuring that all countries, including those with limited resources, have a voice in the establishment of continental shelf limits, the grant contributes to a more equitable and inclusive approach to global ocean governance, reducing the risk of disputes over maritime boundaries.
In summary, the expected results of this grant are broader participation, enhanced capacity, and strengthened international cooperation, all of which will contribute to more effective and equitable management of the world’s oceans and marine resources.
Subvention Programmation multilatérale