I can say with absolute certainty that international conflicts have shifted to the seas,” a statement made by one of the participants in the ‘Grand Oceans Dialogue’ conference organized by the Research Monitoring Organization in the Indian capital, New Delhi, during the period of November 18–19, 2024. I had the honor of participating in its proceedings over those two days.

The conference gathered delegations totaling 206 participants from 60 countries, in addition to a significant presence of several relevant Indian institutions and bodies. What distinguished the conference was its unique combination of political and academic dialogue. The organizers ensured the involvement of maritime security and port officials from various countries, alongside academics specializing in this field. their broader strategies, with the level of interest varying according to each country’s interests.

Note: This article has been automatically translated, the full article is available in Arabic.

Source: Akhbar Al Khaleej