| dc.description.abstract | This paper endeavors to identify the reasoning
behind the theoretical and philosophical comprehension of
maritime strategies in small-state studies within the Indian
Ocean Region (IOR). Understanding the philosophical
significance of maritime strategy is crucial for a nation to
develop its own distinct strategy. As a small island state in
the region, Sri Lanka is exposed to transnational maritime
threats and challenges. To confront these diverse
challenges in the maritime domain, states must formulate
their own distinct maritime strategy by conducting analyses
of geopolitical factors, maritime security risks, and
economic considerations. The ancient philosophical tenets
that have influenced the maritime strategies of civilizations
are not to be overlooked. They have shaped states’
decisions, reflecting their individual cultures and historical
contexts. This knowledge is passed down through
generations, and as a small state, Sri Lanka must integrate
this knowledge into the process of formulating a maritime
strategy and instill it within the state's strategic culture.
The present research methods encompass both descriptive
and analytical facets. The study acquired primary data
through interviews and secondary data primarily from
books and journals. The research reveals that Sri Lanka
currently lacks a robust maritime strategy. Observations
have identified an absence of cohesive functionalism in the
formulation process of a maritime strategy. It is crucial to
incorporate these theoretical and philosophical
comprehensions of military and maritime warfare and
strategic thinking in the development of maritime policies
for Sri Lanka's maritime strategic culture. | en_US |
