NON-TRADITIONAL MARITIME SECURITY THREATS
IN 21st CENTURY& ITS IMPACT ON PAKISTAN

The concept of non-traditional maritime security has gained prominence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, reshaping the discourse on global security beyond conventional military concerns. This paradigm shift recognizes that contemporary challenges to the well-being and survival of individuals and nations often emanate from non-military sources. These non-traditional maritime security issues encompass an enormous range of transnational threats, including piracy, trespassing, terrorist threats, illegal maritime trade, resource scarcity, irregular migration, human and drug trafficking.

Furthermore, use of non-state actors and fifth generation warfare is on the rise. Mitigating maritime threats emanating from non-traditional maritime securities challenges are beyond the capacities of individual states, military machines, and political / administrative setups. Therefore, a global response is required to address these challenges. 

This paper will seek to address the concept of non-traditional maritime security with the evolution of security discourse in response to contemporary global maritime related challenges. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of issues that extend beyond military dimensions and focuses on maritime security rather than traditional state security. Thus, necessitating a comprehensive and collaborative approach to safeguard the well-being of both individuals and nations in an ever-changing world.