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Siły morskie a prawo międzynarodowe i dyplomacja morska
Naval Diplomacy and International Law

Author(s): Dariusz R. Bugajski
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, International relations/trade, Security and defense, Military policy
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: International law;Naval Diplomacy

Summary/Abstract: This article examines the navy as an instrument of the policy of states in the light ofinternational law and the law of the sea. Although traditionally associated with the term“gunboat diplomacy,” naval diplomacy today is not intended to lead to war, but rather tosignal to the allies and rivals one’s political intentions as well as military power. Maritimediplomacy remains a unique and useful tool for governments and their navies, so it continuesto be used to advance state interests. While the army and air force are only occasionally usedin diplomacy, the navy is exceptionally well equipped to be used for reassurance or coercion.

  • Issue Year: 2017
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 118-135
  • Page Count: 18
  • Language: Polish