Territorial Waters and Maritime Zones (Amendment) Act, 2021: An In-Depth Analysis and Overview

Author: C.A.M. Al Wahi, Md. Al Mehedi Hasan Talukder, Abue Jawfore Taufique Ahamed Ahade
DOI: doi.org/10.70279/bmj-v8-i1-1031
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The Bangladesh Territorial Waters and Maritime Zones (Amendment) Act, 2021 is a prominent piece of legislation that establishes and controls Bangladesh's maritime borders. The legislative act grants the country the power to assert jurisdiction over the investigation, utilization, and preservation of resources inside its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The act of legislation described above serves to protect the sovereign rights of the nation within its territorial waters and marine zones, establishing a clearly defined legal framework for the exercise of its authority in these areas. Furthermore, the legislative act serves to promote the progress of sustainable development within the maritime sector by enacting methods that discourage illicit activities such as maritime 
piracy, smuggling, and illegal fishing. The enactment of the Act has effectively safeguarded the maritime environment of Bangladesh and facilitated the advancement of sustainable development of maritime resources. This comprehensive study aims to thoroughly examine the various aspects of the aforementioned statute, delving into its consequences, applicability, and impact on the academic field of marine studies. Extensive research will be done to investigate these dimensions in scads.