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Mapping the Oceans: A New Frontier for Strategic Competition in the Indian Ocean Mapping the Oceans: A New Frontier for Strategic Competition in the Indian Ocean MARSEC COE Journal - NATO Maritime Security Centre of Excellence

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The advancements in mapping technologies have opened up new frontiers for exploration andexploitation of oceanic resources in the Indian Ocean, resulting in competition between states.The paper discusses the implications of ocean mapping on resource competition and maritimesecurity. The majority of the states in the region are developing countries, lacking technology,financial resources and research infrastructure for ocean mapping. This gap affects theequitable distribution of scientific knowledge; making countries having advanced capabilitiesgarner greater political influence in the region. Since Indian Ocean is an arena for ‘greatpower competition,’ the possession of advanced ocean mapping technologies and expertisebecomes a critical denominator of geopolitical influence.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15540518

Author: Hassan Mehmood, Zaeem

Institutions: Greenwich University, University of Greenwich

Language: English

Topic: Maritime Security and History

Subfield: Transportation

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Life below water, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6911862669

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