Why are exclusive economic zones (EEZs) important sources of income for many of the Pacific Island nations?

An exclusive economic zone (EEZ) generally extends up to 200 nautical miles from a country’s coast. Within it, the country has rights to manage and benefit from resources such as fish and can license or charge for activities such as commercial fishing. That makes EEZs a significant source of income for Pacific Island nations; they are not primarily trade partnerships or foreign aid programs.

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