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The Environmental Cost of China's Geopolitical Footprint in the Philippines
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The Environmental Cost of China's Geopolitical Footprint in the Philippines

A report on marine degradation, reef destruction, illegal mining, and the environmental threat in the West Philippine Sea.

6,224
Acres of reef destroyed by China as of 2025
3,000
Acres of artificial islands built, 2013–2015
16,353
Acres of reef damaged by giant clam harvesting
464 m²
Reef damaged near Thitu Island, June 2025
The Grey Earth Research Desk·2026-08-13·12 min read
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BBNJ and the Contest for Its Permanent Headquarters
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BBNJ and the Contest for Its Permanent Headquarters

A global report on the UN High Seas Treaty and the geopolitical implications of where its Secretariat is housed.

88
Parties, per the 2026 Preparatory Commission
145
Signatories listed by the UN Treaty Collection
17 Jan 2026
Entry into force, 120 days after the 60th ratification
Xiamen
City China proposes to host the BBNJ Secretariat
The Grey Earth Research Desk·2026-08-13·10 min read
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