16. Reiterates the importance of the ongoing elaboration by the Authority, pursuant to article 145 of the Convention, of rules, regulations and procedures to ensure the effective protection of the marine environment, the protection and conservation of the natural resources of the Area and the prevention of damage to its flora and fauna from harmful effects that may arise from activities in the Area;
16. 重申管理局必须根据公约第一四五条继续拟订规则、规章和程序，以确保切实保护海洋环境，保护和养护"区域"的自然资源，防止"区域"内的活动可能对其动植物造成的损害；