Author: Robert W. Smith & Bradford L. Thomas
The use, or non-use, of islands in establishing national jurisdiction over ocean space has been somewhat inconsistent and troublesome on a global scale for many years. While on the one hand, islands are to be treated in the same manner as any mainland territory, the extent of this 'equal' treatment is often disputed. Consideration of islands in the law of the sea is often influenced by their size, location, political status, and the nature of the island itself.
This Briefing provides an overview of islands and the law of the sea, highlighting the major disputes involving islands around the world.
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