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Historic UN Agreement Safeguards Statehood and Borders Against Rising Seas

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Historic UN Agreement Safeguards Statehood and Borders Against Rising Seas

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In a landmark decision, the United Nations has adopted its first-ever declaration ensuring that rising sea levels will not alter recognized national borders. This historic agreement guarantees that low-lying island nations retain their official sovereignty, maritime zones, and international rights even if their physical land is impacted by climate change.

In a landmark decision, the United Nations has adopted its first-ever declaration ensuring that rising sea levels will not alter recognized national borders. This historic agreement guarantees that low-lying island nations retain their official sovereignty, maritime zones, and international rights even if their physical land is impacted by climate change.

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