Paris De Bollardière and Others

Abstract

Jurisdiction — High seas — Jurisdiction on the high seas — For ensuring the safety of traffic — Atmospheric nuclear tests in French Polynesia in the South Pacific — Creation of a maritime security zone contiguous to the territorial sea — Measures for the safety of shipping within the zone — The law of France

States as international persons — In general — Sovereignty and independence — In foreign relations — Atmospheric nuclear tests in French Polynesia — Creation of Maritime Exclusion Zone by Presidential Decree — Whether subject to review by administrative tribunals — The law of France