In November 1994, the United Nations issued “The Law of the Sea” to divide and manage the oceans by nearby countries. Japan enacted Marine Day on July 20, and the United States did so on May 22 to promote the importance of marine resources. Korea designated Ocean Day on May 31, 1996, because, in May 828 A.D., Jang Bogo, the King of the Seas, set up the Cheonghaejin in Wando.
Yeri Chang Staff Reporter (good4edu@timescore.co.kr)
1. What did the United Nations issue in November 1994?
In November 1994, the United Nations issued “The Law of the Sea” to divide and manage the oceans by nearby countries. Japan enacted Marine Day on July 20, and the United States did so on May 22 to promote the importance of marine resources. Korea designated Ocean Day on May 31, 1996, because, in May 828 A.D., Jang Bogo, the King of the Seas, set up the Cheonghaejin in Wando.
