BLUF
A C-27J Spartan surveyed more than 320,000 square kilometres of Solomon Islands waters, detecting 19 vessels of interest. Shared reporting strengthened Pacific-led action against illegal fishing, transnational crime and maritime-security threats.Learning Outcomes
- Discuss aerial surveillance across extensive exclusive economic zones.
- Examine information-sharing processes supporting Pacific-led maritime security responses.
- Assess illegal fishing’s impact on sovereignty and regional stability.
