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Background
Overview
Essential for global trade, energy security, and maintaining international law and order at sea, directly impacting economic stability and geopolitical relations, especially in strategic waterways.
Maritime security encompasses the protection of vessels, ports, and maritime infrastructure from threats such as piracy, terrorism, and state-sponsored aggression, ensuring the safe passage of international trade. Freedom of Navigation is a principle of international law that guarantees vessels the right to travel through international waters without impediment, crucial for global commerce.