Document Type : Original Article
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Ph.D. Candidate of International Relations North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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Associate Professor in International Relations, Faculty of Humanities, East Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
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Professor in International Relations, North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
10.22034/dfsr.2025.2067314.1929
Abstract
Objective: The evolution of security from a traditional, military-based concept to a human-centered, multidimensional one has profoundly affected maritime societies. This study examines how this shift enables the transition from a system of military dominance over the seas toward a maritime society founded on cooperation, sustainable development, and collective security, with a particular focus on Iran’s perspective.
Methodology: This theoretical-explanatory research employed library and internet-based data collection, using a descriptive-analytical approach. A systematic review of sources was conducted. Analytical validity was ensured through logical reasoning and documentary evidence, while reliability was guaranteed by transparent citation and traceable analysis. Data analysis involved perception, classification, interpretation, and inference.
Findings: Broad definitions of security foster cooperation, whereas narrow definitions prioritize traditional security and competition. This duality complicates understanding and challenges the planning of a cooperative international space. Operationalizing the maritime society model requires recognizing macro-threats to human society. Long-term issues such as the sea-based economy and marine environment are key elements that can facilitate state cooperation toward achieving the maritime society model.
Conclusion: Rethinking maritime security strategies is essential for forming an inclusive and sustainable maritime society. For Iran, redefining maritime security by integrating economic, environmental, social, and technological dimensions with defense needs can enhance its position in the new maritime order and realize sustainable national interests.
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