Dampak Pergeseran Wilayah Akibat Naiknya Permukaan Laut dan Dampakya Bagi Navigasi

Abstract

Rising sea levels are caused by climate change and global warming which is characterized by an increase in air temperature, especially the earth’s atmosphere. Rising sea levels can cause accretion or erosion of a country which causes a shift in the boundaries of the coastal state. This natural phenomenon becomes a problem in determining the baseline of the coastal state territory because international law of the sea has not specifically regulated the shift in the boundaries of the coastal state due to climate change and global warming. This study examines the legal consequences of shifting state sea boundaries due to climate change according to international law and the rights of third countries to shifting state sea boundaries due to climate change. A third State may advise the coastal State to update baselines and maps of areas lost due to rising sea levels to the Secretary-General of the United Nations. This action can provide benefits for all parties, especially disadvantaged countries or ship owners to experience the Freedom of Navigation in the renewed territory.