The United Nations Law of the Sea Treaty now has 34 senators opposed to it and thus lacks the Senate votes needed for U.S. ratification, a key opponent of the treaty announced Monday.
But the treaty’s main Senate proponent denies the treaty is sunk, saying plenty of time still exists to win support before a planned late-year vote.
The
Law of the Sea Treaty, which entered into force in 1994 and has been
signed and ratified by 162 countries, establishes international laws
governing the maritime rights of countries. The treaty has been signed
but not ratified by the U.S., which would require two-thirds approval of
the Senate.
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1 comment:
this is one defeat to be grateful for.
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