Why is that important?
Finland and the European Union are considering a strict explanation of the law of the sea in order to counter Russian measures to circumvent sanctions. The Eagle S oil tanker incident, which damaged the offshore infrastructure, shows how real the threat is.
What are the possible solutions?
Experts propose fresh definitions of sea borders or closure of the Baltic Sea for certain ships. However, the implementation of specified measures entails political and legal difficulties. For them to be introduced, they require changes in global agreements.
What did Elina Valtonen say?
Minister Valtonen assessed that, regardless of whether the harm to cables by a tanker flying the flag of the Cook Islands was “intended or accidental, it had to be done decisively”. It ensured that the consequence of the Finnish services was noted and appreciated internationally.
What are the next steps?
Finland will proceed to search effective methods to reduce the Russian shadow fleet while ensuring compliance with global and EU law.
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