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The document titled "Law of the Sea" published by the United Nations is a comprehensive resource for researchers interested in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea and its related agreements. It provides information on the participation of different countries and entities in these international agreements, including the dates of signature, ratification, and accession. The document also includes legal information relevant to the Convention, such as statements from governments on territorial baselines and maritime delimitation lines, as well as appointments of conciliators and arbitrators in international disputes. Additionally, it lists maritime zone notifications and submissions made to the Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf by various countries. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the escalating threats faced by global shipping, including piracy, armed attacks, and the emergence of uncrewed aerial devices targeting ships. It discusses recent incidents in the Red Sea, highlighting the need for legal frameworks, international cooperation, and practical measures to protect seafarers and ensure the freedom of navigation for merchant ships.

The article lists conciliators, arbitrators and experts in the field of Marine Scientific Research nominated under Article 2 of Annexes V. VII and VIII to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea as of November 30, 2015.

The article offers legal information related to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. It mentions a decree issued by the president of the Republic of Guinea on April 2014 determining the geographic coordinates for delineating baselines and maritime zones under the sovereignty of the Republic of Guinea.

The article discusses status of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea as on November 30, 2015. Topics include status of the Agreement in the context of Implementation of Part XI of the Convention, status of the Agreement for the Implementation of the Provisions of the Convention concerning the Conservation and Management of Straddling Fish Stocks and Highly Migratory Fish Stocks', and lists of ratifications of the Convention and the related Agreements as of November 30, 2015.

The article discusses status of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea as of July 31, 2015. Topics include status of the Agreement in the context of Implementation of Part XI of the Convention, status of the Agreement for the Implementation of the Provisions of the Convention concerning the Conservation and Management of Straddling Fish Stocks and Highly Migratory Fish Stocks', and lists of ratifications of the Convention and the related Agreements as of July 31, 2015.

The article presents information relating to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Topics discussed include the UN Security Council President's statement about West African peace consolidation at the council's August 14, 2013 meeting, Security Council resolutions on piracy and armed robbery at sea in Somalia, and conciliators and arbitrators nominated under UNCLOS annexes. Also mentioned are navigation experts maintained by the International Maritime Organization.

The article presents letters to the United Nations (UN) relating to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) including two letters dated October 2013 from Permanent Representative of Cyrus to the UN Nicholas Emiliou and one dated October 23, 2014 from Permanent Representative of Costa Rica to the UN Eduardo Ulibarri.

The article presents legal information relating to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Topics discussed include Tuvalu's Maritime Zones Act of 2012, definitions and elements of the territorial sea, archipelagic waters and contiguous zone, and factors comprising the exclusive economic zone and continental shelf. Also mentioned are maritime zone rights of other states, the 2012 Declaration of Archipelagic Baselines, and the 2012 Declaration of Territorial Sea Baselines.

The article presents a table on countries participating in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Agreement on Part XI and the UN Fish Stocks Agreement, as well as a chronological list of ratifications of and accessions and successions to UNCLOS and the related agreements as of July 31, 2013.

The article presents information relating to the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Topics discussed include the UN Security Council president's statement on international peace and security at the council's November 19, 2012 meeting, nominated conciliators, arbitrators and experts under UNCLOS Annexes, and navigation experts maintained by the International Maritime Organization. Also presented are cases heard by the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.

The article presents legal information pertaining to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Topics discussed include the 2013 Maritime Zones Act of Cook Islands, territorial sea elements, and maritime zones' legal character and other states' rights therein. Also mentioned are provisions with respect to the contiguous zone, exclusive economic zone, and the Niue continental shelf.

The article presents a table on countries participating in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Agreement on Part XI and the UN Fish Stocks Agreement, as well as a chronological list of ratifications of and accessions and successions to UNCLOS and the related agreements as of July 31, 2013.

The article presents relevant resolutions to the Law of the Sea of the Security Council of the United Nations. These include recognizing that the instability in Somalia contributes to the problem of piracy and armed robbery at sea off the coast of Somalia, recognizing the need to investigate and prosecute anyone who incites or intentionally facilitates piracy operations and reaffirming respect for the sovereignly, territorial integrity, political independence and unity of Somalia.

The article focuses on some important legal issues and recent regulatory developments in the fields of transport and trade facilitation. It also reports on the status of the main maritime conventions. It discusses the entry into force of the 2006 Maritime Labour Convention (MLC 2006), and of the 2002 Athens Convention. It also discusses a range of regulatory developments relating to maritime and supply-chain security and environmental issues.

The article presents legal information relevant to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which is an international agreement that defines the rights and responsibilities of nations in their use of the world's oceans, establishing guidelines for businesses, the environment and the management of marine natural resources. The provisions under Greece's National Legislation on prospecting, exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons are provided.

Several tables are presented which summarize the status of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which is an international agreement which defines the rights and responsibilities of nations in their use of the world's oceans, establishing guidelines for businesses, the environment and the management of marine natural resources.

The article provides information relevant to the Law of the Sea. It presents relevant resolutions of the Security Council of the United Nations including Resolution 2020 adopted by the Security Council at its 6663rd meeting on November 22, 2011 and Resolution 2039 adopted by the Security Council at its 6727th meeting on February 29, 2012. A list of experts for the purposes of article 2 of Annexes V, VII and VIII to the Convention as of March 31, 2012 is also included.

The article presents communications by states on the Law of the Sea. These include communications from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs addressed to the Secretariat of the United Nations about Article 5 of the Delimitation Agreement of Land and Maritime Boundaries between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and another addressed to the Secretary-General of the United Nations in respect of India's notifications on geographical coordinates of base points defining Baseline System of India.

The article presents legal information relevant to the United Nations convention on the Law of the Sea. The United Nations General Assembly resolutions of interest include General Assembly resolution 66/231 of December 24, 2011 on oceans and the law of the sea. National legislation include the Regulation of the Innocent Passage of Ships in the Territorial Waters Law, 2011. Multilateral treaties are also discussed.

The article presents updates to the Law of the Sea as of October 2011. Resolutions relevant to the Law of the Sea adopted by the United Nations (UN) Security Council at its meetings on October 24 and October 31 are discussed. A list of experts in the field of navigation, including pollution from dumping and vessels, maintained by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) is provided. A list of offers of professional assistance related to General Assembly resolution 55/7 is given.

The article provides a legal information update on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). A chart showing geographical coordinates of Iraq's straight baselines is presented. The decree delineating the boundaries of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of Lebanon is presented. The treaty between the Russian Federation and Norway concerning maritime delimitation in the Barents Sea and the Arctic Ocean is discussed.

A table recapitulating the status of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) with regard to agreements relating to conservation of straddling fish stocks and migratory fish stocks, along with lists of ratifications of, accessions, and successions to the Convention and related agreements, as of November 30, 2011 are presented.

The article presents other advisory opinions in relation to the United Nations Laws of the Sea. The Seabed Disputes Chamber released its advisory opinion on the duties and obligations of states sponsoring persons and entities with respect to activities in the Area. Conditions for the liability of the sponsoring State to emerge are identified. It suggests that the sponsoring State to adopt, within its legal system, laws and regulations.

The article presents legal information relevant to the United Nations Convention of the Law of the Sea and boundaries involving, among others, Matthew Islands, Republic of Vanuatu and Grenada. It defines such terms as "bay," "nautical mile," and "island," and discusses internal and archipelagic waters, delimitation of the exclusive economic zones, and archipelagic and normal baselines. It presents such tables as the Southern Median Line showing position information on Lebanon and Palestine.

The article presents legal information relevant to the United Nations convention on the law of the sea. The resolutions emphasize the contribution provided by the convention to the strengthening of peace, security, cooperation and friendly relations among all nations. The resolutions also emphasize the universal and unified character of the convention. The resolutions recognize the important contribution of sustainable development and resource management and uses of the oceans and seas to the achievement of international development goals.