What is an exclusive economic zone (eez)? why are eezs important to the economies of pacific island nations?

An EEZ is found 200 nautical miles beyond each country’s shore. It allows a country to charge a fee for economic activities that take place within the EEZ. For example, a fishing boat from one country can be charged a fee for fishing in the waters of another country’s EEZ. This provides an important source of income for countries of the Pacific Islands.

An EEZ is found 200 nautical miles beyond each country’s shore. It allows a country to charge a fee for economic activities that take place within the EEZ. For example, a fishing boat from one country can be charged a fee for fishing in the waters of another country’s EEZ. This provides an important source of income for countries of the Pacific Islands.