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Launch of the Stephenson Ocean Security Project
The Stephenson Ocean Security Project launched Wednesday, January 9, 2019. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) provided keynote remarks. The event featured expert panels that explored the intersection of fisheries and security risk in the South China Sea and the challenge and opportunity presented by marine resources in the new Arctic Ocean.
Taking a Bi-Partisan Approach to Combatting Illegal Fishing
Illicit fishing poses a global challenge to sustainability and security. Harmonizing the U.S. Government’s broad legal and authorities and enforcement capabilities is a needed step to effectively counter this threat.
Making the Oceans More Secure
Combatting illicit fishing will require countries to develop common regional approaches to legal authorities and adjudication in order to fully take advantage of new enforcement capabilities.
Illuminating the South China Sea’s Dark Fishing Fleets
Unseen fishing activity. Maritime militias in the Spratlys. Fishers have often been overlooked in the South China Sea disputes. CSIS, in cooperation with Vulcan, Inc., unveils a worrying narrative about the impact fishers and their fleets have in the region.