Exploration of the Seas Act


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Exploration of the Seas Act


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The Law of the Seabed


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The Law of the Seabed reviews the most pressing legal questions raised by the use and protection of natural resources on and underneath the world’s seabeds. While barely accessible, the seabed plays a major role in the Earth’s ecological balance. It is both a medium and a resource, and is central to the blue economy. New uses and new knowledge about seabed ecosystems, and the risks of disputes due to competing interests, urge reflection on which regulatory approaches to pursue. The regulation of ocean activities is essentially sector-based, and the book puts in parallel the international and national regimes for seabed mining, oil and gas, energy generation, bottom fisheries, marine genetic resources, carbon sequestration and maritime security operations, both within and beyond the national jurisdiction. The book contains seven parts respectively addressing the definition of the seabed from a multidisciplinary perspective, the principles of jurisdiction delimitation under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the regimes for use of non-living, living and marine biodiversity resources, the role of state and non-state actors, the laying and removal of installations, the principles for sustainable and equitable use (common heritage of mankind, precaution, benefit sharing), and management tools to ensure coexistence between activities as well as the protection of the marine environment.




Navigating the Waters


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Embark on a journey through the intricate waters of international law and maritime regulations with "Navigating the Waters: An Exploration of International Law and the Laws of the Sea." This comprehensive guide delves into the depths of the legal frameworks governing our oceans, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex issues shaping our maritime world. From territorial disputes to piracy, from environmental conservation to technological advancements, this book navigates through the critical challenges and emerging trends impacting the seas. Written by experts in the field, "Navigating the Waters" presents a meticulous examination of key concepts, landmark cases, and contemporary issues. Discover the mechanisms behind international tribunals such as the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the World Trade Organization (WTO), as they adjudicate disputes, prosecute crimes, and promote global cooperation. With detailed analysis and insightful commentary, this book provides readers with the tools to comprehend the intricacies of maritime law and its profound implications for global security, economic development, and environmental sustainability. Whether you're a legal scholar, a policymaker, or an enthusiast of the high seas, "Navigating the Waters" offers a compelling exploration of the legal landscape shaping our maritime future. Set sail on a voyage of knowledge and enlightenment with "Navigating the Waters" - your essential companion for understanding the laws that govern our oceans.










A handbook on the new law of the sea. 2 (1991)


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The fact that the Montego Bay Convention has been only ratified by 37 States at present and that it will be some time before the 60 ratifications required by Article 308 are achieved has not prevented states from acting in accordance with the rules drawn up by the Conference. Close on one hundred states have established either exclusive economic zones broadly modelled on Part V or 200-nautical-mile fishery zones and drawn on the principles laid down for exploiting living resources. Although these laws have been formulated unilaterally by states, international custom, since the judgement by the International Court of Justice in the Fisheries Case of 18 December 1951, is derived from concordant national rules. This shift began even before the Conference ended, and has been consolidated since then. Moreover, the régime governing the sea-bed beyond the limits of national jurisdiction defined by Part XI, which was the stumbling block of the Conference, is subject to transitional arrangements on the basis of two resolutions adopted in the Conferences Final Act, one providing for the establishment of a Preparatory Commission and the other on the preliminary activities of pioneer investors. This two-volume work, an earlier edition of which appeared in French, has been written by a team of experts of international renown. It presents an analysis of the Convention with an additional Chapter on the legal régime governing underwater archaeological and historical objects.




The Law of the Sea


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