October 23, 2024, 6:02 am
Australia, girt by sea and boasting the world’s third-largest Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), finds its security deeply intertwined with maritime domains. The vast stretches of ocean that surround it are not just physical barriers but crucial arenas of national interest and strategic competition. The geographical areas of focus in its foreign policy are all maritime regions.
With its security ally, the United States, and largest trading partner, China, engaged in strategic competition in the maritime sphere, Australia faces significant challenges as norms and international law in these waters come under pressure. How should Australia navigate these turbulent waters and safeguard its maritime security amidst evolving regional and global pressures
Content Creator – Australian Institute of International Affairs
