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ASIA-PACIFIC JOURNAL OF OCEAN LAW AND POLICY

BRILL · NL · Est. 2016

ISSN2451-9367eISSN2451-9391

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Total Works

262

Total Citations

404

2yr Mean Citedness

0.24

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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles

This journal focuses on the legal and policy aspects of ocean management, particularly concerning the Asia-Pacific region. It examines the implementation and interpretation of international maritime law, including the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), in addressing issues such as marine pollution, fisheries governance, climate change impacts on oceans, and maritime security. The journal also explores the intersection of international law with domestic policies and regional cooperation in managing marine resources and protecting the marine environment.

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General Information

Country / RegionNL

Primary LanguageEnglish

1st Year Published2016

StatusActive (last: 2025)

Total Publications262

Publisher OrgBrill

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International RelationsLaw

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

International Maritime Law IssuesArctic and Russian Policy StudiesCoastal and Marine ManagementMaritime Security and HistoryInternational Environmental Law and PoliciesInternational Arbitration and Investment LawLaw, logistics, and international tradeConflict of Laws and JurisdictionCoral and Marine Ecosystems StudiesWorld Trade Organization Law