28. Notes the progress of the discussions on issues relating to the regulations for prospecting and exploration for polymetallic sulphides and cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts in the Area, and 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;
28. 注意到就"区域"内多金属硫化物和富钴铁锰结壳探矿和勘探规章的有关问题进行的讨论所取得的进展，并重申管理局必须按照《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"内活动可能产生的有害影响对其动植物造成损害；