ISSN 2736-1608
International Journal of Law and Legal Studies ISSN 2736-1608 Vol. 12 (5), pp. 001-005, May, 2024. Available online at www.internationalscholarsjournals.org © International Scholars Journals
Review
Analyzing the Efficacy of Current Maritime Security Laws Against Piracy and Terrorism
Sanjeet Ruhal
Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, Delhi, India. E-mail: [email protected]. Tel: 9868921956.
Accepted 10 March, 2024
Abstract
In contemporary times, the subject of maritime security is no longer a traditional concern of naval forces but has evolved into a grave problem with cause and effect on shipping industry and states. The laws related to piracy, maritime terrorism and open registry system (flag of convenience) seem to be inadequate and even unclear. The security measures adopted by states under the directions of International Maritime Organization are having some contradictions to General Principles of International Law and hence, there lies a need to carry-out research with a view to bring out a thesis and anti-thesis to synthesise the State Sovereignty and the common interests of all. The research focuses on the major threats to maritime security.
Key words: Piracy, maritime terrorism, containerization, flag of convenience, ship security.