Almost everything on this planet and in our human world has some connection to the ocean. It affects trade, food, and entire economies. It dictates borders and controls the migration of people. It has a significant impact on the environment, the weather, and the lives of billions.
Protecting this most precious resource is one of the biggest challenges that we face today. Without clean waterways, and without free and secure movement across them, we would see catastrophe on a global scale. Already we can see the effects of piracy, people smuggling, and overfishing on our culture and stability.
But who should take the lead on maritime security? How can individual nations address a global concern? How can we work together and agree on common goals?
While these might sound like questions for politicians and academics, if you work on or near the sea, the answers could directly affect your life. Discover more about this fascinating subject with the following infographic.
