UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HIS HIGHNESS SHEIKH TAMIM BIN HAMAD AL THANI, AMIR OF THE STATE OF QATAR, HEAD OF STATE AND SUPREME COMMANDER OF QATAR ARMED FORCES
With over 90% of global trade flowing through maritime routes and waterways, seas and oceans serve as the crucial lifelines for international commerce. The stability of these corridors is constantly challenged by multifaceted crises that cause the closure of crossings and create global economic turmoil.
The core of an effective maritime security strategy recognises that security extends beyond naval capabilities alone. It necessitates a coordinated effort among naval forces, coast guards, maritime law enforcement bodies, international organisations, the private sector, and environmental agencies. Such a unified approach is crucial for ensuring the safety of major sea lanes, safeguarding maritime interests, and fostering the sustainable exploitation of water resources.
Notable panel speakers included:
Vice Admiral George M. Wikoff
Commander U.S naval forces, central command\commander. Fifth Fleet and commander, Combined Maritime Forces – USA
Dr. Khalid Shames
Assistant Professor in Finance and Economics at Qatar University
The Impact of International Maritime cable crisis on the Global Economy
Major General Claudio Graziano
Chief of Staff (Army), Chief of Defence Staff “EU Military Committee”
Maritime challenges in the Middle East.
Marine Major General Emmanuel Salers
Commander of Indian Ocean Naval Region. Commander of the French forces stationed in the United Arab Emirates
Safety of maritime navigation and preservation of marine cables and continental shelf
Dr. Mohamed Al Duranni
Assistant Professor of Cyber Security at CCQ
Artificial Intelligence – Advantages and Disadvantages
Cdre Mark Anderson CBE RN
Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE)
Maritime Security - Integrated Vision
Prof. Merve Seren
Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Department of International Relations
Advance Technology Role in Defense and Security Sectors