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VOL. 9, ISSUE 5 (2023)
Determining the status of natural resources of the high seas: An analytical overview of the current international and regional framework
Authors
Debjyoti Sarkar, S M Hayat Mahmud
Abstract
This research provides a comprehensive analysis of the status of
natural resources in the high seas, with a specific focus on the Bay of Bengal.
It delves into the international legal framework, including key agreements like
the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Convention on Biological
Diversity, and the UN Fish Stocks Agreement, scrutinizing provisions related to
fisheries, environmental conservation, and the freedom of the high seas.
Additionally, the study evaluates regional legal frameworks and initiatives
influencing resource management in the Bay of Bengal, such as the Bay of Bengal
Large Marine Ecosystem (BOBLME) Program and the Indian Ocean Rim Association
(IORA). It conducts a comparative analysis of national laws in Bay of Bengal
bordering countries to assess their alignment with international and regional
conservation standards. Synthesizing findings from international, regional, and
national dimensions, the research identifies challenges and opportunities in high
seas resource management and proposes recommendations to fortify legal
frameworks, foster regional cooperation, and promote sustainable practices,
with a focus on effective natural resource conservation in the Bay of Bengal
region.
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Pages:156-165
How to cite this article:
Debjyoti Sarkar, S M Hayat Mahmud "Determining the status of natural resources of the high seas: An analytical overview of the current international and regional framework". International Journal of Law, Vol 9, Issue 5, 2023, Pages 156-165
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