| dc.description.abstract | The underlying concept of airpower is an
ability of a nation to achieve its objectives and secure
its interests through the means of air and associated
capabilities. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in
a weak economy thus making Sri Lanka vulnerable to
different security and sustainable development
challenges. This situation will continue until the
world is completely recovered from the COVID-19
pandemic. Sri Lanka has a greater blue economic
potential considering its huge oceanic resources
compared to the land area which is yet to be
exploited. In new normal conditions, the exploitation
of natural treasure inherited in our seas would be a
great benefit for the developing economy of the
Island nation. Already the geostrategic advantage
and marine resources of Sri Lanka are being utilized
by various state and non-state actors in the region
and extra-region. Hence the development of
maritime security structure through an integrated
system comprising all aerial and maritime
stakeholders would be of utmost importance in
future exploitation of these sea frontiers whilst
ensuring national security. Hence as a remedy smart,
stretched re-fleeting of assets, formulation of the
conceptual maritime-air command structure, and
conduct of joint training was recommended to
address maritime security challenges Sri Lanka is
facing at present in order to conduct effective and
efficient maritime-air operations in the future. | en_US |
