exclusive economic zone
Definition
UN-granted rights and responsibilities of coastal states to control, exploit, manage, and conserve the living and non-living resources of the sea up to 200 miles (321.87 Km) off their coasts, while allowing freedom of navigation to other states beyond 12 miles (19.31 Km) of their coasts.
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