Geography
The Concept of Territorial Waters and Exclusive Economic Zones
Quick fact
Over 40% of the world's oceans are enclosed within Exclusive Economic Zones, giving coastal nations rights to 90% of global fish catch and vast offshore oil and gas reserves.
Why this is interesting
You’re enjoying a beach vacation, but did you know that the ocean beyond the waves is carved up like a giant real estate map? How far off the coast can a country truly claim as its own?