Pacific island nations are divided on the issue of deep-sea mining, with some seeing it as an economic opportunity while others express concerns about environmental damage. The International Seabed Authority (ISA), a UN body, will meet this month to discuss mining the deep sea. Proponents argue that deep-sea mining can provide the metals needed for green technologies, but environmental groups and scientists warn of potential long-term damage to seafloor life. The Metals Company is already working with Nauru, Kiribati, and Tonga to exploit their license areas, while the Cook Islands is allowing exploration by other companies in its own waters.

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