Bermeja Island.
The island of Bermeja, known as the 'Ghost Island' in the Gulf of Mexico, has been a baffling topic for sailors, fishermen, and politicians. The island was first recorded in Spanish historical summaries in 1539, but its existence became unclear by the turn of the 21st century.
The Controversy Surrounding Bermeja Island
The disappearance of Bermeja Island has sparked controversy, particularly in terms of maritime boundary claims. The island is believed to have valuable natural resources, especially oil, and is a key factor in determining the Exclusive Economic Zone in the Gulf of Mexico.
According to geographer Baxin Martínez, "Isla Bermeja has become controversial because it is a major area of the Exclusive Economic Zone in the Gulf of Mexico." The reappearance of this island would bring significant benefits, but its lost existence has raised major questions regarding territorial ownership rights.
Speculations and Conspiracy Theories
There are various speculations and conspiracy theories surrounding the disappearance of Bermeja Island. One theory is that the island may have submerged due to natural geographical changes on the seabed. However, there are more complex theories suggesting possible involvement of certain parties in getting rid of the island for political and economic interests.
Martínez also explained that there is speculation among the fishing community that the United States might have been involved in the disappearance of the island to control the Exclusive Economic Zone. Despite many conspiracy theories, all these allegations have yet to provide conclusive evidence.
Search for the Existence of Bermeja
Since 2009, several official expeditions have been conducted to search for the existence of Bermeja Island, but the results have been inconclusive. Both governmental and private institutions have tried to find traces of the island, yet none have been successful.
The conclusion from various search missions is that Bermeja Island seems to no longer exist, and concrete evidence of its existence has been difficult to find. This raises questions about the extent to which the existence of an island once recorded in cartographic history can be believed.
Cultural Reflection
Martínez stated, "Culturally, what we see with Bermeja, as in many other cases, is that people do not care about what they have, but they care about what has been lost." The disappearance of Bermeja Island reflects how humanity often focuses more on loss rather than protecting what they have.
With considerations of politics, economics, and culture, the mystery of 'Ghost Island' Bermeja in the Gulf of Mexico remains an unsolved puzzle to this day.
