Philippe Hermes
Director Tethys Naval
Philippe Hermes qualified in 2008 as attorney at law and is a profound expert of the international legal framework of law enforcement at Sea . He serves as maritime security expert with experience in international public law , maritime and admiralty law , and shipping law , and contributes to international organization and non-governmental organizations as subject matter expert in regard to security regimes and human rights in a cross border and cross sectorial environment . He is appointed legal advisor to international military organization and higher military commands , as well as experienced in military and non-military field operations . He advocates for the strict application of human rights principles in the maritime domain and contributes to the curriculum of general staff colleges . Philipp Hermes is currently the appointed Chair of the Executive Committee of the World Ocean Council and member of the Advisory Board of Human Rights at Sea , Charity .
" SDG14 meets SDG16 : The Private Sector as Bridge between Maritime Security and the Rule of Law at Sea "
Maritime security is not just the concern of governments . The private sector has a significant stake in the safety , security and sustainability of the oceans . Commercial shipping , fisheries , and the growing blue economy are all dependent on safe and secure waters with due regard to the Rule of Law . By embracing the principles laid out in SDG14 and SDG16 , businesses can contribute significantly to both environmental conservation and crime prevention and further the comprehensive implementation of the Rule of Law to ensure the integrity of people , goods , and other tangibles .