Tag: maritime policy
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Thousands Rally as 500-Vehicle Fishing Protest Convoy Crosses Auckland Harbour Bridge
Overview: A Grand Show of Maritime Frustration In a bold display of maritime activism, more than 500 vehicles—many towing boats—took to New Zealand’s roads, crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge in a coordinated protest. The One Ocean rally drew participants from anglers, coastal communities, and environmental groups who say the Hauraki Gulf Marine Protection Act and…
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PIMEC 2025 Kicks Off to Accelerate Pakistan’s Blue Economy
Introduction: A Milestone for Pakistan’s Blue Economy The curtain-raiser for the Pakistan International Maritime Expo and Conference 2025 (PIMEC 25) set the stage for what organizers and government officials describe as a pivotal moment for Pakistan’s blue economy. Held at the Karachi Expo Centre, the event marked the beginning of a broad agenda to expand…
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US-China Port Fees Spark Tit-for-Tat Turmoil in Global Shipping
Global Freight at a New Front: Port Fees Between the US and China The United States and China have begun imposing port charges on vessels linked to the rival country, turning the oceans into a fresh battleground in a long-running economic showdown. The move could reshape how goods—from holiday toys to crude oil—shuffle across the…