Hong Kong Convention entered into force on:

Explanation

– The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships entered into force on June 26, 2025.
– The convention establishes international standards for ship recycling to reduce environmental and safety risks.
– It addresses concerns related to hazardous materials and working conditions at ship-breaking facilities, particularly in South Asia.
– The convention’s entry into force followed the required threshold of ratifying countries and shipping tonnage being met.