RUMLAE Director Participates in Maritime Security Cooperation Workshop
RUMLAE Director, Prof Dale Stephens (in his reserve Navy capacity) recently participated as a presenter and course manager in the 2025 Maritime Security Cooperation Workshop held in Canberra during the week of 7 - 11 April.
The workshop was run by the Indo-Pacific Centre for Military Law (IPCML) and brought together 25 participants from across the Indo-Pacific region. Topics covered during the workshop included Law of the Sea, Freedom of Navigation, Maritime Law Enforcement, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief Operations, Status of Vessels, Coastal State jurisdiction, Maritime Piracy, Boarding, Seizures and Maritime Evidence Collection.
From left to right : Lieutenant Commander Felicia Fragapane RAN, IPCML Director Ms Grace Corbiau, Captain Professor Dale Stephens RAN
The workshop also benefitted greatly from Prof Matthew Stubbs (in his Naval reserve capacity) presenting on key topics concerning maritime law enforcement under both Australian national law and international law. With 70% of the world comprising ocean and with 90% of world trade being conducted by sea, it is critical that the legal rights and obligations concerning maritime law and maritime law enforcement are understood and respected. The workshop was focused upon maritime security cooperation and allowed participants from many Navies and law enforcement agencies across the region to exchange information, to discuss best practice approaches and to create professional networks.
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