In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
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Soft power refers to a state’s ability to get desired outcomes in international affairs not through coercion or payments, but through attraction and persuasion. As such, it has long since been considered a key pillar of the United States’ position of global leadership, especially towards its transatlantic allies. Of late—with the presidential election of 2024 drawing closer and a return of Donald Trump to the White House becoming a distinct possibility—there are multiple signs suggesting that America’s soft power is in worrisome decline: Political performance at home and abroad, the condition and resilience of the U.S. democratic and electoral system, and not least the demeanor of leading decision-makers will be vital indicators for U.S. attraction in the eyes of a watching world. What lies ahead for U.S. soft power? What are the consequences of a decline in U.S. soft power for an increasingly hostile world?
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
Space is critical infrastructure. The space-based infrastructure around our planet performs tasks that are essential for the functioning of modern societies. This applies not only for the flawless functioning of energy supply, ATMs, navigation or stock exchange trading. stock exchange trading. Without the data obtained via satellites, the global course and regional consequences of consequences of climate change or the achievement of many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Development Goals (SDGs) can hardly be achieved. Ensuring the reliable and sustainable functioning of this space-based infrastructure is therefore vital for the survival of human civilization in many respects and civilization and must also be in the particular interest of the Federal Republic of Germany and the European Union. and the European Union.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
The current debate on the security of supply of raw materials for industry is about reliable sources of supply. The UN Convention on the Law of the Sea of 1982 opens up the possibility of seabed mining (deep-sea mining) in international and national maritime zones. In addition to mining on land, there is now the option of marine mining in the form of manganese nodules, massive sulphides and polymetallic crusts with their high contents of copper, cobalt, nickel, manganese, other metals and rare earths. Deep-sea mining is controversial for environmental reasons and requires the highest safety standards. At the same time, it offers interesting new technologies and opportunities for co-operation. The International Seabed Authority (ISA) in Jamaica has so far awarded 30 licences for the exploration and sampling of deposits, including two to Germany.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.
Join us to explore the complex interplay of climatic shocks, violent conflicts, and food insecurity in Somalia from 2017 to 2023. This event will provide a thorough causal analysis covering Somalia's 18 administrative regions and 74 districts. Explore the connections between climatic shocks, conflicts, and famine through georeferenced data and the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a comprehensive tool developed by the FAO and 14 other organizations.
In the third decade of the 21st century, it is becoming increasingly clear that we are facing major challenges. Humanity's hunger for resources is growing, conflicts over the use of space are increasing and the importance of the oceans for the world's growing population seems to be increasing at the same rate. But where exactly do these challenges lie and where are new approaches to tackling them emerging? In a colourful bouquet of topics, the second series of the maritime lecture series shows the diversity of the tasks facing business, politics and science at sea. Energy issues and the movement of goods, raw materials and knowledge production, but also classic topics such as order at sea and the security of nations will be on our minds this semester. And as a result, it will once again become clear that although humanity lives on land, it is existentially dependent on what happens in the blue water column of our planet.