Good Ocean Governance and International Law

Abstract

At the present, the concept of good ocean governance is articulated by literature only. This chapter adopted eight elements of good governance as an analytical framework, namely, the rule of law, participatory, transparency, consensus based decision making, accountability, equity and inclusiveness, responsiveness and coherence. The chapter also provides evidence from international treaty practice to support each element of good ocean governance. In summary, the elements of good ocean governance are partially supported by international treaty practice but are not yet receiving universal acceptance.