Context: India’s decision to convene an open debate of the UN Security Council (UNSC) on enhancing maritime security, to be chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 9, reflects India’s international evolution as a maritime nation.
Need for effective maritime cooperation
Way Forward
Conclusion: With rising private participation, the ability of the UNSC to endorse a multiple stakeholder approach to enhancing maritime security would be a significant outcome, setting a paradigm for upholding “multidimensional” security in the 21st century.