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UTH humbly opens the forum for dialogue, debate, and collaboration in which diverse perspectives converge to illuminate the path forward in navigating the complex water of the sea

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About LSC 2024

Theme:

Emerging threats to maritime security in the East Sea:

Legal perspectives, practical observations, analysis, and potential deterrence

Scopes

  • Geopolitical dynamics
  • Legal Frameworks
  • Military Presence and Strategies
  • Economic Implications
  • Environmental Concerns
  • Human Security
  • Technology and Innovation

Stimulating topics

  • Territorial disputes and their impact on maritime security
  • Power dynamics among regional and global actors
  • Historical perspectives influencing current geopolitical situations
  • UNCLOS and its relevance in resolving maritime disputes
  • National and international legal perspectives on maritime security
  • Case studies on legal mechanisms applied in the East Sea
  • Comparison of the concepts of Indo-Pacific and Asia-Pacific in the 1st and 2nd island chains
  • Emerging actors in Asia-Pacific and American “pivot” along the 1st and 2nd island chains
  • Mozaic warfare in the East Sea and the 1st island chain
  • Comparison of the different countries’ strategies in the East Sea
  • Islands and features under Vietnam’s control in the Spratly Islands
  • Naval capabilities and strategies in the region
  • Military alliances and partnerships
  • Technological advancements in maritime defense
  • Impact of maritime security on regional and global trade
  • Resource exploration and exploitation
  • Economic cooperation and challenges in the East Sea
  • Maritime environmental protection and conservation
  • Impact of security measures on marine ecosystems
  • Sustainable development and environmental security
  • Human rights issues related to maritime activities
  • Migration, piracy, and human trafficking in the region
  • Collaborative efforts for ensuring the safety of seafarers
  • Role of technology in enhancing maritime security
  • Cybersecurity challenges in the maritime domain
  • Innovations in surveillance, communication, and navigation systems

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About UTH

University of Transport Ho Chi Minh City(UTH), established on 18th May 1988, is the key multi-disciplinary university for educating transport sectors in Vietnam. With a scale of 30.000 students from 65 specializations, UTH is the biggest university under the supervision of the Ministry of Transport of Vietnam.

Carrying the mandate of providing national transport-related sectors with skilled labor, UTH aims for selective academic institutions; dedicates to teaching, research, and capacity-building in maritime affairs, transport economy, civil engineering, telecommunication, electronic engineering, and renewable energy for sustainable development.

In UTH, we understand that a university is only living as long as it is transforming. With solid and up-to-date expertise, UTH is proud to offer you an incredible opportunity to join a great community with a significant role of far-reaching impact.

For more information, please visit our University homepage: https://ut.edu.vn/

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We wish you a safe journey and look forward to welcoming you to University of Transport Ho Chi Minh City.