Sjømil

Sjømil is a unit of measurement used in maritime law and navigation to define the territorial waters of a country. The term "sjømil" is derived from the Norwegian words "sjø" meaning sea and "mil" meaning mile. One sjømil is equivalent to one nautical mile, which is approximately 1.852 kilometers or 1.151 miles. The concept of sjømil is based on the principle of maritime zones, which are defined by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

The first 12 nautical miles from the baseline of a country's coast are considered its territorial sea. This zone is subject to the country's sovereignty, including the right to enforce its laws and regulations. Beyond the territorial sea, a country has exclusive economic zone (EEZ) that extends up to 200 nautical miles from the baseline. The EEZ is subject to the country's sovereignty for the purpose of exploring and exploiting marine resources, including living resources, fisheries, and minerals.

The concept of sjømil is an important aspect of international maritime law, as it defines the boundaries of a country's maritime jurisdiction and the rights and responsibilities of coastal states in the management of their marine resources. The UNCLOS also provides for the establishment of contiguous zones, which are areas beyond the EEZ where a country can exercise certain rights, such as the right to inspect foreign fishing vessels. The concept of sjømil is an essential tool for the management of the world's oceans and the sustainable use of its marine resources.