COPE° Webinar - Risks at sea during navigation: Safety vs. security and challenges in the Americas

COPE° WEBINAR

Risks at sea during navigation: Safety vs. security and challenges in the Americas

AGENDA TIME

TOPIC

MODERATOR

9:00 – 9:15

Peace Through Prosperity: Normalizing peace and security through economic development

Eric R. Dawicki President, Northeast Maritime Institute

9:15 – 9:30

Main situations affecting safe navigation in the Americas

Jakob P. Larsen BIMCO / COPE°

9:30 – 9:45

Pirates and terrorist attacks in the red sea: Implications beyond Europe

Kristina Siig Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law

9:45 – 10:00

Estrategias de Protección Marítima en la región latinoamericana

Lisbeth Laurie Organization of American States CICTE

10:00 – 10:15 Aspectos técnicos relevantes para mejorar la seguridad marítima en el caribe

Mauricio Ochoa Maritime Expert

10:15 – 10:30 Buenas prácticas, contratos y optimización de la seguridad marítima

Javier Franco Director Logistics and Supply Chain Observatory / Franco & Abogados

10:30 – 10:40 Conclusions

Hannah Dawicki COPE°

Peace through prosperity: NORMALIZING PEACE AND SECURITY THROUGH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Enhancing maritime trade and commerce using regional and international rules-based order

Eric R. Dawicki President, Northeast Maritime Institute

Introduction

• Importance of economic development in promoting peace and security • Economic growth creates job opportunities, reduces poverty, and stabilizes societies • Focus on maritime trade and commerce • Maritime trade is a crucial component of global commerce and regional cooperation

Peace through Prosperity • Economic growth as a pathway to peace and stability • Investments in infrastructure, education, and health lead to social stability • The role of trade and commerce in fostering regional cooperation • Trade agreements and partnerships enhance mutual benefits and interdependence

The Significance of Maritime Trade and Commerce

• Key to regional economic development • Ports and shipping lanes facilitate the exchange of goods and services • Enhances connectivity and economic integration • Strengthens ties between neighboring countries and promotes collective security

Regional and International Rules-Based Order: Framework • Importance of adhering to international laws and agreements • Ensures fair competition and respects sovereignty • Promoting fair and transparent trade practices • Reduces corruption and enhances trust among trading partners

CASE STUDY: Algeria's National Maritime Security Plan Post 9/11 • Development of the National Maritime Security Plan post-9/11 • Aimed to secure maritime borders and prevent terrorism • Role in planting the seeds of reconciliation • Fostered trust and cooperation among previously conflicting parties • NMI's Experience: • Contribution to the plan's development • Provided expertise and resources for plan implementation • Key outcomes and impacts • Enhanced maritime security and promoted economic growth

Partnership with the Obama Administration • • •

Obama Administration's role as a regional partner • Focused on strengthening economic ties and security in Central America Efforts to establish investment and support economic development • Initiatives aimed at addressing root causes of migration and instability Specific Initiative: • 2016 assistance package for Central America • Requested US$1 billion to support economic and security programs • Objectives and allocations • Funds allocated to economic development, law enforcement reform, and anti-corruption measures

Detailed Analysis of the Assistance Package

• Allocation of funds to various sectors • Emphasis on economic development, institutional reform, and security • Emphasis on addressing root causes of violence and lack of opportunity • Programs targeting poverty reduction, job creation, and education • Comparison with Previous Aid Packages: • Shifts in focus towards economic development and institution-building • Previous packages focused more on drug interdiction and security forces

Central America Aid Breakdown Development Assistance (DA) • Focus on trade promotion, energy development, education, and youth job programs • Economic Support Fund (ESF): • Supports civil society, crime prevention, and management of public funds • International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement (INCLE): • Role in supporting civil society and human rights • Funds used for anti-narcotics, law enforcement, and human rights programs • Department of Defense (DoD) Funding: • Allocation for counter-narcotics and security assistance • Includes training, intelligence, equipment, and support for military and police bases

Legislative Process and Outcomes: Congressional Actions • Senate and House proposals and their implications • Differences in fund allocations and conditionality measures • Final Aid Package: • Conditionality and accountability measures • Emphasis on anti-corruption, institutional reforms, and human rights • Expected impact and future outlook • Enhanced economic stability and reduced migration pressures

Lessons Learned and Recommendations • • •

Effective strategies for linking economic development to peace • Comprehensive and balanced aid packages addressing multiple sectors Importance of comprehensive and balanced aid packages • Ensuring funds are allocated to both security and development Future Directions: • Enhancing regional partnerships • Building stronger ties with neighboring countries for mutual benefit • Continued emphasis on economic and institutional development • Focus on sustainable growth and capacity building

Conclusion

• Economic development is crucial for peace and security • Maritime trade and international cooperation play significant roles • Final Thoughts: • Importance of continued investment in economic development • Long-term stability and prosperity depend on addressing root causes of conflict

Main situations affecting safe navigation in the Americas Jakob P. Larsen BIMCO / COPE°

Pirates and terrorist attacks in the red sea: Implications beyond Europe Kristina Siig Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law

Estrategias de Protección Marítima en la región latinoamericana Lisbeth Laurie Organization of American States CICTE

Aspectos técnicos relevantes para mejorar la seguridad marítima en el caribe Mauricio Ochoa Maritime Expert

Buenas prácticas, contratos y optimización de la seguridad marítima Javier Franco Director Logistics and Supply Chain Observatory / Franco & Abogados

Thank you!

Gracias!

Hannah Dawicki Director of Project Management, COPE° hdawicki@nmi.edu

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