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Contiguous Zones

Description:

Contiguous zones refer to specific maritime areas beyond the territorial waters of a country but still within its immediate control. These zones are established by international law and grant certain rights and jurisdiction to the coastal state.

Sample Sentences:

• As a coastal state, Brazil exercises control over its contiguous zones, protecting its exclusive economic zone and natural resources.
• In the contiguous zones, a nation has limited control over customs, immigration, and pollution laws in order to maintain security and protect national interests.

Possible Related Products:

To learn more about contiguous zones and maritime laws, you may consider the following products:

• Maritime Law Books
• Exclusive Economic Zone Resources
• Maritime Boundary Dispute Studies