Geography
Why Border Disputes Often Arise Over Resource-Rich Maritime Zones
Quick fact
Over 60% of the world's oil and gas reserves are found offshore, and many are located in ocean areas claimed by multiple countries.
Why this is interesting
Imagine drawing a line on a map that could make a country billions of dollars richer—or spark a naval standoff. That's the reality of maritime borders, where fish, oil, and gas turn blue water into gold.