| ID | 097694 |
| Title Proper | Maritime security and international law in Africa |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Gibson, John |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Ships and those who sail in them face many potential dangers, both from the natural
perils of the sea and from the results of human conduct, which demand a precautionary
response from seafaring nations. The promotion of maritime security in Africa depends
on an international legal framework that provides both opportunities and constraints.
Traditional principles of the law of the sea are not always appropriate to current needs,
but they have been supplemented by more specific measures dealing with maritime
search and rescue, weapons proliferation, piracy and terrorism against ships. Although
good laws are a necessary pre-condition for the achievement of maritime security, they
will only be effective if there is also the political will and the practical capacity among
states to implement them. While much remains to be done, recent developments in
Africa provide some positive grounds for encouragement. |
| `In' analytical Note | African Security Review Vol. 18, No. 3; Sep 2009: p.60-70 |
| Journal Source | African Security Review Vol. 18, No. 3; Sep 2009: p.60-70 |
| Key Words | Piracy ; Somalia ; Maritime Security ; Search and Rescue ; Law of the Sea |