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
9:15 – 9:30 Main situations affecting safe navigation in the Americas
9:30 – 9:45
9:45 – 10:00
Pirates and terrorist attacks in the red sea: Implications beyond Europe
Estrategias de Protección Marítima en la región latinoamericana
10:00 – 10:15 Aspectos técnicos relevantes para mejorar la seguridad marítima en el caribe
10:15 – 10:30 Buenas prácticas, contratos y optimización de la seguridad marítima
Eric R. Dawicki
President, Northeast Maritime Institute
10:30 – 10:40 Conclusions
Jakob P. Larsen
BIMCO / COPE°
Kristina Siig
Scandinavian Institute of Maritime Law
Lisbeth Laurie
Organization of American States CICTE
Mauricio Ochoa
Maritime Expert
Javier Franco
Director Logistics and Supply Chain
Observatory / Franco & Abogados
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
hdawicki@nmi.edu
