The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea: A System of Regulation

This volume explores how the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea is functioning in various complex settings, how it adapts to new, emerging developments, as well as how it interacts with other regulation. The book raises complex questions in the application, understanding, and enforcement of the convention.

Format: Hardback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 09 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

For four decades, the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) has been widely regarded as one of the most significant legislative accomplishments in international law. It is celebrated as a constitution of the oceans, establishing the legal framework for the governance of the vast marine realm. This comprehensive volume delves into the functioning of UNCLOS in diverse and intricate contexts, its ability to adapt to emerging developments, and its interactions with other regulatory frameworks, both within the law of the sea regime and beyond. It explores themes such as law and order at sea, the interplay between UNCLOS and human rights, and the role of private actors in the governance of the oceans. The book raises complex questions regarding the application, understanding, and enforcement of the convention, as well as its potential for envisioning, interpreting, and applying in a dynamic world. Furthermore, it raises methodological considerations that aim to enhance the predictability and coherence of the law under UNCLOS, thereby securing its role as the preeminent and relevant system for legal governance at sea for many decades to come.

As a valuable contribution to sustaining the relevance of UNCLOS, this book will serve as a valuable resource for scholars, diplomats, judges, and practitioners engaged in the study and interpretation of the law of the sea, as well as related areas such as maritime law, migration law, human rights law, and humanitarian law. By examining the functioning of UNCLOS in various contexts and exploring its interactions with other regulatory frameworks, this book aims to deepen our understanding of the law of the sea and its implications for global governance. It will be of particular interest to policymakers, international organizations, and legal professionals seeking to navigate the complex legal landscape of the oceans and ensure the sustainable use and conservation of marine resources.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367673901