On January 22nd, as part of the Mauritius Maritime Week organised by Transport Events, the Charles Telfair Centre hosted an engaging panel on the innovative landscape of maritime security in the Indian Ocean.
The discussion delved into various interconnected challenges—from piracy, smuggling, and illegal fishing to geopolitical tensions, climate change, and cyber threats.
🌍 Panelists explored how digitization, low-cost tech, and AI are shaping the sector, offering new opportunities while introducing novel risks:
Key insights from:
✅ Prof. Christian Bueger, University of Copenhagen
✅ A/Prof Brendon J. Cannon, Khalifa University
✅ Ms Pooja Awotar, Indian Ocean Commission
✅ Moderated by Dr Myriam Blin, Charles Telfair Centre
🏹 The conversation highlighted the critical role of collaboration and innovation in securing the Western Indian Ocean region.