Claims are assertions made by a country or entity regarding its right to exercise authority or control over a particular territory. These claims may be based on historical, cultural, political, or legal justifications.
Related terms
Disputed Territory: A disputed territory is an area that multiple countries claim as their own, leading them to engage in conflicts or negotiations regarding its ownership.
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ): An EEZ is an area extending 200 nautical miles from a coastal state's shore where it has special rights regarding exploration and use of marine resources.
Territorial Waters: Territorial waters refer to the areas close to a country's coastlines where it exercises sovereign rights, including controlling navigation and exploitation of resources.