Republicans sink law of the sea, for now: Republican senators have succeeded in blocking the 30-year-old Law of the Sea Treaty from ratification by the United States, citing concerns that the ocean governance treaty hands power to "unaccountable" international institutions in maritime disputes. Supporters, who say the pact will boost US trade and defense, are hoping for a better result after November's presidential election. - Jim Lobe (Jul 19, '12)
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Republicans sink law of the sea, for now
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