In the recorded history of Sri Lanka and Malaysia, trade with Chinese merchants, transhipment of Chinese goods, embarking of Chinese ships and people were an ordinary occurrence. Malaysia and Sri Lanka were initial subscribers of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), when China launched BRI in 2013. Hence, the problem identified for this research is:…… Continue reading China’s Engagement with Maritime Nations: A Case Study
The article published by The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) traces the non-traditional security challenges faced by the countries in South Asia vis-à-vis the Covid-19 pandemic and how the power rivalry has amplified these concerns. You can read the full article here.
Home to one fifth of the world’s waterbody, the Indian Ocean is abundant with a variety of mineral and biological resources. As the ocean space housing one of the world’s busiest shipping routes, it is crucial that its natural resources and its environment are safeguarded. Historically, this ocean space has been an area of great…… Continue reading Maritime Security Cooperation: From Mistrust to Trust in the Indian Ocean Region
Abstract Island countries of the Indian Ocean Region face many maritime security challenges, such as piracy, trafficking of illicit drugs and people, environmental concerns, border security etc. Straddled centrally in the region, Sri Lanka has issues unique to itself like its close proximity to the Sea Lanes of Communication, the nuclear power status of its…… Continue reading Maritime Safety and Security Challenges: A Sri Lankan Perspective
Bhagya Senaratne 