Maritime Centre of Excellence

MCE Insights | The Blue Mandate: Reframing South Asia’s Maritime Security in the Era of Climate Change

Syed Haider Ali | Strafasia Strategic Foresight for Asia

The geostrategic discourse surrounding the Indian Ocean and South Asia’s maritime domain has historically been dominated by paradigms of traditional security: the protection of critical sea lanes, the modernization of naval fleets, and the quiet manoeuvring for regional influence. Yet, as we navigate the complexities of the twenty-first century, a profound paradigm shift is underway. Climate change is fundamentally altering the strategic calculus of the region. The expanding vulnerabilities associated with ecological degradation are dissolving the boundaries between environmental preservation and maritime security. For South Asia, recognizing and adapting to this intersection is no longer merely an ecological imperative; it is the cornerstone of future regional stability.

Read More: https://strafasia.com/the-blue-mandate-reframing-south-asias-maritime-security-in-the-era-of-climate-c-1781123575778

🌊 SEA BOOT CAMP 2026 – Reminder ⚓

The Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCE), Pakistan Navy War College invites students aged 12–17 years to participate in a two-week Sea Boot Camp (2026) designed to build maritime awareness and introduce young learners to the world of oceans, trade, security, and leadership.

This program offers an engaging introduction to:
✅ Maritime awareness and the blue economy
✅ Global trade and maritime security
✅ Leadership, teamwork, and communication skills
✅ Interactive simulations, research activities, and group challenges
✅ Educational exposure through field visits

📅 Dates: 29 June – 09 July 2026
👨‍🎓 Eligibility: Students aged 12–17 years
📞 For details & registration: 0327-0909414 | 0326-4975524

The Progressive Climate Foundation (PCF) organised the PCF Climate Youth Summit Lahore 2026, on 11 June 2026 a platform aimed at fostering dialogue on climate resilience, sustainable development and the role of leadership in addressing Pakistan’s environmental challenges.

Cdre Ehsan Ahmed Khan SI(M), Deputy President, Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCE), has been invited as the Guest of Honour for the event.

Tommorrow is the Last Date for early bird registration. Avail the chance and experience the world of Maritime.
Register through the link below.

https://forms.gle/LtgJfzcWhRBbgat39

MCE Insights | Russia’s Taliban Gamble: Reviving Soviet Nostalgia?
Laraib Ali & Muhammad Mahad Samija | The Diplomatic Insight

The analysis highlights how Russia’s reported engagement with the Taliban over air defense-related capabilities, including MANPADS, could accelerate the risk of advanced weapons diffusion to already fragmented transnational militant networks in Afghanistan. It further argues that such developments may complicate the fragile recalibration in Moscow–Islamabad relations, potentially introducing new fault lines into an already volatile regional security environment. The article draws historical parallels with the Soviet experience in Afghanistan, cautioning that external militarized engagements in unstable theaters often produce long-term blowback rather than strategic containment.

Read More: https://thediplomaticinsight.com/russia-taliban-gamble-reviving-soviet-nostalgia/

📢 Announcement

We are delighted to announce that MCE Mosaic – Volume 03, Issue 01 (2026) is now officially out.

The Newsletter features highlights from our outreach visits to leading universities, offering meaningful exchanges with students and faculty, alongside a retrospective of our seminar that fostered dialogue on contemporary strategic and maritime issues.

The issue also showcases the international footprint of our researchers, including fellowship experiences and paper presentations in the United Kingdom and Malaysia, reflecting our growing engagement with global academic and policy platforms. Additionally, it brings forward glimpses from our maritime workshops and webinars.

Explore the latest edition on our website:https://www.mcepk.org/Docs/MOSAIC%20Apr%202026%2028%20apr.pdf

The Progressive Climate Foundation (PCF) is organizing the PCF Climate Youth Summit Lahore 2026, a platform aimed at fostering dialogue on climate resilience, sustainable development, and the role of leadership in addressing Pakistan’s environmental challenges.

Cdre Ehsan Ahmed Khan SI(M), Deputy President, Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCE), Pakistan Navy War College Lahore, has been invited as the Guest of Honour for the event.

📅 11 June 2026

Theme: “Youth, Climate, and the Future: Shaping Pakistan’s Climate Leadership”

The summit will bring together youth, academics, practitioners, and policymakers to deliberate on climate-related challenges and opportunities facing Pakistan.

🎓 E-Certificates will be awarded to participants.

🔗 Registration: https://forms.gle/JzabzQVcF9ff4euWA

🌊 2nd Maritime Workshop – Summer 2026
Explore Pakistan’s economic maritime potential and maritime security architecture at an exclusive, knowledge-driven workshop designed for researchers and maritime enthusiasts.

🗓️ 7–8 July 2026
📍 Maritime Centre of Excellence at Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore

🧾 What You'll Get:
✅ Certificate of Participation
✅ Refreshments & Lunch
✅ Why You Should Attend
✅ Gain insights from seasoned maritime and security experts
✅Understand Pakistan’s Blue Economy and maritime security dynamics
✅ Network with like-minded students and professionals

❔ Eligibility: Open for All - Limited Seats Available

💲 Registration Fee:
• Early Bird Registration: PKR 2,000/- (till 12 June 2026)
• Regular Registration: PKR 2,500/- (till 20 June 2026)
• Late Registration: PKR 3,000/- (till 25 June 2026)

📅 Last Date to Register: 25 June 2026

Fill out the registration form:
https://forms.gle/f98qQRxLT5hPZhrx5

Fee submission through BankIslami Pakistan Limited.
IBAN: PK87BKIP0205215993640136

Important Note: No accommodation will be provided.

☎️ Contact:
042-66960461
0334-1157033
0321-7248050

Email: [email protected]

Step into the world of maritime strategy. Learn. Connect. Lead.

MCE Insights | The System Always Writes Back
Amna Hashmi | The Express Tribune

This piece examines a simple but unsettling reality: institutions rarely forget. From bureaucracies and political structures to digital systems and public records, every action leaves a trace that eventually returns to shape future outcomes. The article explores how systems preserve memory, reproduce incentives, and often outlast the individuals who attempt to challenge them.

More: https://tribune.com.pk/story/2611793/the-system-always-writes-back