Undersea Cable Security: Legal Frameworks and Global Strategies

This chapter explores the complexities of investigating disruptions to undersea cables, focusing on historical legal frameworks and their modern implications in the context of hybrid warfare. The discussion highlights the formation of an International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience and the need for standardized approaches to enhance global cooperation against potential threats. Additionally, it examines geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning espionage risks linked to foreign ownership of cable infrastructure, and emphasizes the necessity for increased investment and innovative technologies to secure these critical assets.