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Intensified Pressure: Why Are There Increased Military Threats to International Maritime Navigation?

Russia’s Caspian Flotilla has been dominant in the inland sea for so long that many have ignored the fact that, over the past several years, it has ceased to be the only national navy that matters.
September 18, 2023

'We reject the unlawful maritime claims...' US on 2023 Edition of China's Standard Map

The United States on Tuesday (5th Sept.) rejected the so-called "standard map" claims by China and called on the nation to comport with its maritime claims in the South China Sea and elsewhere. In a..
September 15, 2023

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International Superyacht Society Presents ‘Smart Bridges’ Seminar with Dryad Global CEO

Corey Ranslem will be speaking at the ISS Leadership Seminar entitled ‘Smart Bridges: Now to Next Navigation’ at the Monaco Yacht Show 2023. Are you attending the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS)? This year..
September 14, 2023

SMC to Unveil Blueprint for Saudi’s Maritime Megaprojects

Forecasts indicate a combined market value of $12.08 billion in 2023.
September 14, 2023

Turkey Planning To Become Dominant Naval Player In The Caspian – Analysis

Russia’s Caspian Flotilla has been dominant in the inland sea for so long that many have ignored the fact that, over the past several years, it has ceased to be the only national navy that matters.
September 13, 2023

Weekly Maritime Security Threat Advisory 11th September 2023

Access the latest Maritime Security Threat Advisory for the week commencing 11th September 2023.
September 12, 2023
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Pentagon: No ‘Drop’ in Iran Threat to Ships, As F-35s and Harriers Keep Flying over the Gulf

More than a month after the Pentagon announced it was sending Air Force F-35s, thousands of U.S. Marines and Sailors, and American warships to the Persian Gulf region in response to Iran’s attempted..
September 12, 2023

Japan Extends Defense Aid to Pacific Nations as Tensions With China Rise

The leaders of Japan and Indonesia have agreed to bolster their ties in maritime security and their cooperation on climate change, energy and investment between the Asian archipelago nations.
September 11, 2023

White House Scoffs at Beijing’s New Map, ‘False Maritime Claims’

WASHINGTON — The United States will continue to push back against Beijing’s “false maritime claims,” said John Kirby, the National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, in..
September 08, 2023

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Towards a Robust Philippines-India Maritime Security Partnership

Since both countries have experienced the impacts of China’s gray zone activities, the sharing of intelligence, information, and best practices will be vital.
September 07, 2023

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