International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Legal Waters of Marine and Coastal Environments
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Marine Environmental Law:
The journal explores legal frameworks and policies aimed at the protection and conservation of marine ecosystems, addressing issues such as marine pollution, biodiversity conservation, and the impacts of climate change on the ocean. - International Treaties and Agreements:
A significant focus on the analysis and implications of key international treaties, such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the London Convention, and emerging agreements related to biodiversity and plastic pollution. - Dispute Resolution Mechanisms:
The journal examines the legal processes and frameworks for resolving maritime disputes, including jurisdictional issues and the role of international tribunals, offering insights into case law and evolving legal practices. - Sustainable Ocean Governance:
Research on the governance structures necessary for the sustainable management of ocean resources, including fisheries, marine protected areas, and the role of coastal states in resource management. - Human Rights and Ocean Issues:
A unique contribution of the journal is its focus on the intersection of human rights and marine law, exploring how legal frameworks can protect the rights of communities affected by ocean governance decisions. - Emerging Technologies and Marine Law:
The exploration of how new technologies, such as marine autonomous vehicles and remote sensing, impact maritime law and governance, addressing the legal challenges and opportunities these technologies present.
Trending and Emerging
- Ocean-Climate Nexus:
An increasing number of papers focus on the relationship between ocean health and climate change, highlighting the legal implications and necessary adaptations in marine governance to address this critical intersection. - Plastic Pollution and Marine Law:
There is a growing emphasis on the legal frameworks needed to combat marine plastic pollution, reflecting global awareness and urgency in addressing this environmental crisis through international cooperation. - Gender Equality in Ocean Governance:
Emerging discussions on advancing gender equality in ocean affairs indicate a trend towards inclusivity in marine governance, recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives in decision-making processes. - Innovative Governance Mechanisms:
Research on innovative governance approaches, including science-policy interfaces and nature-positive engineering, suggests a shift towards adaptive and integrative strategies for managing marine resources sustainably. - Human Rights Considerations:
A noticeable trend is the incorporation of human rights perspectives into marine law discussions, emphasizing the need for legal frameworks that protect vulnerable communities affected by ocean governance decisions.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Maritime Security Issues:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing on traditional maritime security concerns, such as piracy and naval operations, as newer challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss gain prominence. - Historical Perspectives on Maritime Law:
Research emphasizing historical analyses of maritime law and its evolution appears to be declining, as contemporary issues take precedence in the discourse surrounding marine governance. - Regional Fisheries Management:
While still relevant, the specific focus on regional fisheries management organizations has lessened, possibly due to a broader shift towards global frameworks and comprehensive treaties addressing fisheries sustainability. - National Interests in Maritime Law:
The exploration of national interests in maritime law, particularly in the context of resource extraction and territorial claims, has diminished as the journal increasingly emphasizes collaborative and multilateral approaches to ocean governance.
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