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innocent passage

This refers to the ancient right of the ships of all states to traverse territorial sea provided that their passage is reasonably continuous and expeditious and is not prejudicial to the peace, good order, and security of the coastal state. Ships so engaged must also observe any relevant laws and regulations of the coastal state. Submarines on innocent passage must proceed on the surface and show the flag of their flag state. The right of innocent passage is the only general limitation on the sovereignty (sense 2) of the coastal state over its territorial sea. Foreign aircraft are not entitled to innocent passage through the air space of territorial sea. The term innocent passage has also been used to refer to the passing through third states of diplomatic agents on their way to and from a post. Nowadays this is known â€“ somewhat misleadingly â€“ as the right of transit.

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