I have a conundrum concerning low-tide elevations on which we have a
difference of opinions.
Mainland coasts and islands are entitled to 12M territorial sea (TS)
limits, as are low-tide elevations within 12M of an island or mainland.
The situation I would like to consider is near an international
boundary.
The question I would like to pose is this: can a LTE be used if it is
within 12M of somebody else's island?
See the attached graphic (if it gets through the chat line filter).
Consider an island and a LTE less than 12M apart and more than 12M from
the mainland. They are both entitled to a 12M TS.
What is the situation if they are separated by an international
boundary? The island is obviously still entitled to a TS but can the
LTE claim validity based on the island across the boundary?
I would appreciate any comments.
Robin
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Dr Robin Cleverly
Law of the Sea Officer
UK Hydrographic Office
Taunton
Somerset TA1 2DN
UK
Tel: +44 1823 337900 x 3063#
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