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This article dives into the trends and challenges of the Caribbean SIDS in the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) framework for marine scientific research and offer recommendations to spur marine sciences tailored to their needs.
This article examines the practice of the Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS) regarding the consent regime for marine scientific research (MSR), identifying trends in the interpretation and application of international law, and implementation gaps. The state practice analyzed is derived from domestic laws, regulations, and policy instruments, and from responses to questionnaires by state officials responsible for interpreting and applying the MSR consent regime. It concludes that the framework is fit for purpose and that states share a common interest of furthering marine research, while proposing recommendations for future-proofing the consent regime and advancing the scientific and technological capacity of the Caribbean SIDS.
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