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Application of its Provisions. - The provisions of this Code shall be enforced in:
(a) all Philippine waters including other waters over which the Philippines has sovereignty and jurisdiction, and the country's 200-nautical mile Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and continental shelf;
(b) all aquatic and fishery resources whether inland, coastal or offshore fishing areas, including but not limited to fishponds, fishpens/cages; and
(c) all lands devoted to aquaculture, or businesses and activities relating to fishery, whether private or public lands.lawphi1©
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