International Law of the Seas and Security Issues in Brazil

Analyzing Brazil and Uruguay’s Maritime Disputes in Law of the Seas

Maritime disputes have long been a contentious issue among nations, and Brazil and Uruguay are no exception. The two South American countries have been locked in a dispute over their maritime boundaries, particularly in the Rio de la Plata and the South Atlantic Ocean. These disputes have significant implications, not only for the involved countries but also for regional stability and the interpretation of international law.

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International law of the seas is a body of law that governs the use of the sea and its resources. The main focus of this law is on the safety and security of sea vessels and the protection of the marine environment. This law also governs the rights of maritime nations to engage in maritime commerce and to establish territorial boundaries in the high seas.