Achievements of New China in Ocean Policy and Legal System
摘要
This chapter examines China’s marine policy and legal evolution across four stages since 1949, from embryonic rule-making to institutional enrichment. It outlines key achievements: comprehensive ocean policies, national development plans, and institutional reforms. Highlighting China’s maritime stance—peace, inclusiveness, cooperativeness, and consistent adherence to the principle sovereign equality—this chapter notes the “shelving disputes, joint development” approach and multilateral cooperation platforms. It concludes by emphasizing China’s commitment to balancing sovereignty with global governance, addressing unresolved issues through dialogue while advancing sustainable ocean management.