1. An area of ocean or sea under the jurisdiction or control of a coastal nation, typically extending from the baseline of the coast to a specified distance
The maritime zone of the country extends 200 nautical miles from the coast.
A zona marítima do país estende-se 200 milhas náuticas a partir da costa.
2. A designated region of sea or ocean defined by international law for purposes of navigation, fishing, resource extraction, or environmental protection
Several countries have disputes over maritime zones in the South China Sea.
Vários países têm disputas sobre zonas marítimas no Mar da China Meridional.