maritime dispute

A maritime dispute occurs when two or more countries disagree over rights to access, control, or use parts of the ocean, including territorial waters, exclusive economic zones, or fishing and shipping lanes. These disagreements often involve issues like boundaries, resource rights, or jurisdiction. Such disputes can lead to diplomatic tensions or conflicts if not peacefully resolved, and they are typically addressed through international laws and treaties, such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). The goal is to establish fair and legal usage of ocean spaces for all parties involved.