Australia and New Zealand: Analyzing Maritime Disputes in Law of the Seas

Maritime disputes have long been a complex issue in international law, particularly in the context of the law of the seas. Australia and New Zealand, as neighboring countries in the Pacific region, have experienced their fair share of disagreements over maritime boundaries and resource exploitation. These disputes are rooted in historical claims, overlapping Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs), conflicting jurisdictions over territorial waters, and competing interests in the Southern Ocean. As these disputes persist, it is essential to analyze potential solutions and consider the implications for regional security and cooperation.

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Navigating NZ Maritime Law in the Law of the Seas and Security

New Zealand’s maritime law is governed by a combination of international law, regional conventions, national legislation, and policy. This set of regulations and conditions is constantly changing and evolving to ensure the security of the nation’s waters and the safety of its citizens. In this article, we will discuss the Law of the Seas and Security, NZ Maritime Regulations, NZ Maritime Doctrine, and the Jurisdiction in the NZ Maritime system.

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New Zealand maritime claim about outer limits of the continental shelf beyond 200 nautical miles

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New Zealand maritime claims about baselines from which the breadth of the territorial sea and maritime boundary delimited between New Zealand and Australia

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Southern Bluefin Tuna Cases (New Zealand v. Japan; Australia v. Japan), Provisional Measures

On 30 July 1999, a Request for the prescription of provisional measures, pending the constitution of an arbitral tribunal, was filed by facsimile in the Registry of the Tribunal by New Zealand in accordance with article 290, paragraph 5, of the Convention, in a dispute against Japan concerning southern bluefin tuna. The Request was accompanied by a copy of a document dated 15 July 1999, instituting arbitral proceedings against Japan. The Request of New Zealand was entered in the list of cases as Case No. 3.

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