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Journal Article
In Asia-Pacific Journal of Ocean Law and Policy
Edited by Seokwoo Lee and Clive H. Schofield
- Published:
- 10 Dec 2016
- ISSN:
- 24519391
- Pages:
- 268–272
- Type:
- Journal
Series:
Zou Keyuan
Abstract
On an international scale, maritime security is a highly relevant, ‘hot’, issue which frequently attracts the attention of the world community. China is a big coastal and shipping country; maritime security is, therefore, critical to its economic growth, national security and international responsibilities. This chapter surveys and assesses recent developments in regard to China’s practice in this area, including China’s recent maritime legislation, its supportive actions for the East China Sea, South China Sea and the Malacca Straits, and its response to the global actions of maritime security, particularly in connection with the fight against terrorism and sea piracy under the framework of the United Nations. Some comparisons between the EU and China will be made throughout the chapter.
Chapter
In The European Union and China
Edited by Georg Wiessala, John Wilson and Pradeep Taneja
- Published:
- 01 Jan 2009
- ISBN:
- 9789042027428
- Pages:
- 275–289
- Type:
- Book
Journal Article
In Global Journal of Comparative Law
- Published:
- 01 Jun 2016
- ISSN:
- 2211906X
- Pages:
- 1–4
- Type:
- Journal
Zou Keyuan
Abstract
Marine affairs have a long history and tradition in China as it is a major coastal state. In the early 1980s, China began its efforts towards the establishment of a marine legal system. However, there have been a number of problems with China's marine legislation and enforcement. The entry into force of the LOS Convention and China's ratification in May 1996 have produced new opportunities as well as challenges in establishing China's marine legal system. This article attempts to review the existing elements of the Chinese marine laws and regulations, to examine them in the context of international treaties, particularly the LOS Convention, and finally to indicate the general trends of development in the construction of China's marine laws and regulations so as to establish and improve its marine legal system.
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 1998
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 23–46
- Type:
- Journal
Zou Keyuan
Abstract
China's traditional maritime boundary line, commonly known as the U-shaped line in the South China Sea, has been queried frequently in various circles, whether governmental or academic, on its real meaning. This article addresses the legal implications of this line for the Spratly Islands dispute, including, inter alia, the origin and evolution of the line, China's attitude towards and practice relating to the line, reactions from other South China Sea countries, the relevance of the line to the concept of historic waters and other law of the sea concepts, and the potential role to be played by the line in the future delimitation of maritime boundaries in the South China Sea.
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 1999
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 27–55
- Type:
- Journal
Zou Keyuan
Abstract
The Taiwan Strait is a critical corridor connecting the East China Sea to the South China Sea. The divided status of China as a result of the civil war in 1949 has made the situation in the Taiwan Strait complicated and uncertain. After the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (LOS), the legal status of the Taiwan Strait has been changed from a strait embodying high seas waters to a strait only with waters under national jurisdiction of China. The waters within the Strait may be divided into several sea zones in accordance with the LOS Convention, i.e., the internal waters, territorial sea and EEZ/continental shelf. Due to the difference among the sea zones, the navigational waterways within the Taiwan Strait are subject to different legal rules. Thus cross-Strait co-operation between mainland China and Taiwan is necessary to manage the Taiwan Strait and human activities therein.
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 2000
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 245–268
- Type:
- Journal
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 2001
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 347–360
- Type:
- Journal
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 2002
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 127–148
- Type:
- Journal
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 01 Jan 2002
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 441–443
- Type:
- Journal
Zou Keyuan
The safety of navigation remains an issue in the sense that navigation through the South China Sea is essential for world seaborne trade and communications, and the lingering territorial and maritime disputes would constitute a threat to the safety of navigation there. In recent years, the term ‘freedom of navigation’ has become a pivotal expression in the rivalry between China and the United States in the South China Sea. This paper starts with addressing the international legal framework concerning navigation, followed by state practice in the South China Sea, including domestic legislation and safety measures. It then discusses the issue of military activities in the exclusive economic zone and their implications for the freedom of navigation. The paper identifies several issues connected to navigation, such as the U-shaped line, law enforcement patrols, and the recent South China Sea Arbitration. A brief conclusion is provided at the end.
Journal Article
In The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Edited by David Freestone
- Published:
- 14 Jun 2017
- ISSN:
- 15718085
- Pages:
- 243–267
- Type:
- Journal