| Popis: |
Maritime Security is gaining signifi cance in the fi eld of security policy for various reasons. Attending to maritime security is a core national interest of the Federal Republic of Germany. But maritime security cannot be achieved by the effort of a single nation. It is global in scope. In consequence, numerous international initiatives are pursuing the aim of sharpening public awareness of maritime security issues, tightening the surveillance of sea areas and extending cooperation in detecting and defending against dangers while respecting national differences. By creating the Maritime Security Centre, Germany has established the preconditions for intensifying the cooperation of state and federal enforcement agencies while involving the German Navy. In particular the involvement of the Navy, which could make a substantial contribution to maritime security, requires changes in the constitution to enable naval personnel to exercise law enforcement authority or to employ military weapons to this end. Appropriate proposals are being made. |
