Maritime Law & Governance
Effective Maritime governance is crucial for fostering global trade, regional & national economic development and protection of marine ecosystem. International Maritime Law is a system of laws, conventions and regulations that govern actions at sea. Law Desk at the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) closely monitors international maritime laws with the intention to provide necessary input to government and other maritime stakeholders.
This proactive approach aims to ensure that Pakistan’s maritime legal framework remains current and responsive to the changing landscape of the maritime industry.
NIMA has identified / established five research desks to cover the ambit of Maritime Law & Governance. These desks include:
- Maritime Law
- Maritime Governance
- Maritime Policies, Acts, Ordinance
- Maritime Law & International Obligation
- Maritime Heritage (History and Marine Archaeology)