Opportunities and Uses of the Ocean

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Exploring the significance of the oceans, this book delves into their historical role as a food source and transportation route, while highlighting their current potential to address modern challenges. It discusses the contentious issues surrounding resource extraction, such as fishing, oil, and gas, alongside the environmental concerns that accompany these activities. The ongoing debates among economists, politicians, and environmentalists about the equitable division and preservation of ocean resources underscore the complexities of managing this vast and vital ecosystem.