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Convention on the Law of the Sea of 1982 (or Law of the Sea Convention, LOSC). Background Info. Also known as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLS) International Convention signed by 157 countries and the European community Signed in 1982 but became effective in 1994.
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Convention on the Law of the Sea of 1982 (or Law of the Sea Convention, LOSC)
Background Info • Also known as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLS) • International Convention signed by 157 countries and the European community • Signed in 1982 but became effective in 1994
Description & Issues • Governs all uses of the oceans and their resources: marine pollution, fishing, oil, pipelines, navigation, pollution, dumping, etc. • Regulates border lines and freedom/limitations on international waters. Ex:All States enjoy the traditional freedoms of navigation, over-flight, scientific research and fishing on the high seas. • Codifies international law regarding territorial waters, sea-lanes, and ocean resources