COASTAL CONFLICTS IN COSTA RICA AND THE TERRITORIOS COSTEROS COMUNITARIOS LAW...contagious1
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This document analyzes coastal development and tourism-related social conflicts in Costa Rica. It discusses the Territorios Costeros Comunitarios (TECOCOS) law reform movement initiated by over 60 coastal communities in reaction to threats of eviction from planned coastal development. The TECOCOS movement has produced two law projects currently being debated in the Legislative Assembly that could create a historic precedent by recognizing the economic, social and cultural rights of coastal communities within a new legal framework. The document aims to understand how current tourism trends, land tenure policies, and development strategies have contributed to conflicts and how the TECOCOS movement is seeking non-violent solutions and alternative development models.
COASTAL CONFLICTS IN COSTA RICA AND THE TERRITORIOS COSTEROS COMUNITARIOS LAW...contagious1
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This document analyzes coastal development and tourism-related social conflicts in Costa Rica. It discusses the Territorios Costeros Comunitarios (TECOCOS) law reform movement initiated by over 60 coastal communities in reaction to threats of eviction from planned coastal development. The TECOCOS movement has produced two law projects currently being debated in the Legislative Assembly that could create a historic precedent by recognizing the economic, social and cultural rights of coastal communities within a new legal framework. The document aims to understand how current tourism trends, land tenure policies, and development strategies have contributed to conflicts and how the TECOCOS movement is seeking non-violent solutions and alternative development models.
This document provides an overview of key stakeholders involved in international disaster and conflict response. It aims to improve understanding between different stakeholders who may have different mandates, responsibilities and operating procedures but work in the same environments. The document defines foundational terms like civil-military relations and coordination from both military and humanitarian perspectives. It also outlines concepts like donor, humanitarian imperative, and the UN cluster approach to humanitarian response. The overall goal is to enhance cooperation and effectiveness through greater mutual understanding.
The document summarizes the key outcomes of the 1958 Geneva Conventions on the Law of the Sea, which established international law concepts like the territorial sea, contiguous zone, continental shelf, and high seas. It also discusses how the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea updated and expanded on these concepts, including establishing a 12 nautical mile limit for the territorial sea. Malaysia participated in negotiating the 1982 convention and became a state party to it in 1996 when it ratified the agreement.
Presentation on regulation of Unmanned Vessels
A discussion on the latest situation with regards to technology. The MUNIN project and research group SARUMS.
Where will unmanned vessels take us?
What governs unmanned vessels?
What potential liabilities may occur?
The document discusses the UK Bribery Act 2010. The Act created new offenses of active bribery, passive bribery, and bribing a foreign public official. It also established a new corporate offense of failing to prevent bribery by employees or agents. If convicted, individuals can face up to 10 years imprisonment and unlimited fines, while companies face unlimited fines. The Act has extraterritorial application and the Ministry of Justice has provided guidance on adequate procedures to prevent bribery.
This document discusses piracy at sea and the potential role of mediation. It begins by defining key terms like piracy, kidnap for ransom, and the impact on seafarers. Case studies of specific ship hijackings are provided. The consequences of piracy are outlined, including ransom payments and insurance implications. Views from the shipping industry call for increased protection of seafarers and prosecution of financiers. While mediation could help resolve some hijackings, its applicability is unclear given the criminal nature and multiple parties involved in piracy.