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What is maritime law?
Maritime law, or admiralty law, is a body of international and national laws governing navigation and shipping. It covers everything from shipping contracts and marine insurance to salvage, collisions, and the rights of seamen and passengers. The seizure of the Villa Vie Odyssey in Singapore falls under this complex legal framework, which often involves international courts.
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