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.

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