Seealanlar
Seealanlar is a term used in Turkish-language geographic and policy contexts to describe the marine spaces that surround a coastline or country. The concept aggregates different sea zones, including territorial seas, exclusive economic zones, and, depending on legal definitions, adjacent or international waters. In this usage, seealanlar function as a planning unit for coastal management, fisheries, shipping, and environmental protection. The legal framework governing these areas is largely derived from international law, notably the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and national legislation that enacts its provisions.
Geography and classification: Seealanlar are distinguished by distance from shore, depth, and ecosystem type, spanning coastal