Maritime security threats and their impact on international peace and security

Abstract

Abstract: Maritime security threats pose a significant challenge to international peace and security. Oceans and seas constitute vital corridors for global trade and represent an essential source of marine wealth and natural resources—the so-called blue economy. With the increasing reliance on maritime spaces, security threats have likewise escalated, including acts of piracy, maritime terrorism, smuggling, illicit trafficking, marine pollution, and maritime disputes. Addressing these threats necessitates robust international engagement and effective coordination, as exemplified by the role of the United Nations in promoting maritime security and mitigating the consequences of such maritime crimes, which adversely affect the blue economy.