Maritime Boundary
/ˌmærɪˈtaɪm ˈbaʊndəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally defined dividing line or zone in maritime areas, delineating jurisdictional authority between neighboring states over maritime resources and activities.
The two countries negotiated their maritime boundary to resolve disputes over fishing rights.
Forms
- maritime boundaries
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Commentary
Maritime boundaries are typically established through treaties or international adjudication and are crucial for managing sovereign rights over maritime zones as defined by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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